Bill · H.R. 7911· House(119-HR-7911)
Dream’s Caregiver Health and Wellness Act
- Introduced
- 3/12/2026
- Last activity
- 3/12/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Sponsored by
- Michael Lawler
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "Dream's Caregiver Health and Wellness Act" directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to create a grant program for nonprofit organizations. These grants are intended to fund activities that promote the wellness of caregivers. The program focuses on reducing burnout, improving mental health, and building support networks. Eligible funds can be used for meals, transportation, and mental health services. The bill defines caregivers as those providing care to seniors, people with chronic illnesses, or those with intellectual or developmental disabilities. It authorizes $250,000,000 annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2031.
Yes· 3 of 17
Does this make mental health care easier to get?+8
Specifically provides grants for mental health services, including PTSD support for caregivers.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+7
Provides better support for those caring for seniors, indirectly improving senior care quality.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+7
Direct assistance for meals and transportation is highly beneficial for low-income caregivers.
The opposite
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-2
The bill allocates new funding for a grant program through 2031.
Does this reduce what the federal government owes?-1
The bill authorizes $250 million in annual spending, which slightly increases government expenditures.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Caregiver Support and Wellness: Section 2(a) aims to improve mental health, reduce burnout, strengthen retention, and build support networks for caregivers.
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Direct Resource Assistance: Section 2(c) allows grant funds to be used to provide caregivers with meals and transportation to and from work.
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Health Services: Section 2(c) provides access to holistic wellness programs and mental health services, including supports for post-traumatic stress disorder.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for individuals or groups are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+7Good For Seniors+7Good For Middle Aged+6Good For People With Disabilities+6Good For Women+6Good For Middle Class Households+5Good For Retirees+5Good For Men+4Good For High Income Households+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Mental Health Access+8Improves Healthcare Access+6
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+5Improves Poverty Reduction+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2Increases Federal Power+1
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+2Improves Economic Growth+1Reduces Government Spending-2Reduces National Debt-1
- 3/12/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- Introduced in House