Bill · H.Res. 335· House(119-HRES-335)
Supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through April 25, 2025, as "National Home Visiting Week".
- Introduced
- 4/17/2025
- Last activity
- 4/17/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Darin LaHood
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution supports designating the week of April 21 through April 25, 2025, as "National Home Visiting Week." The measure highlights the importance of early childhood development and the role of stable relationships with caring adults. It notes that home visiting programs assist parents in meeting their children's needs and promoting healthy development. The text also provides statistics regarding the implementation and reach of these services in 2023. Ultimately, the House of Representatives is asked to support the designation and the underlying goals of this week.
Yes· 3 of 5
Would children be better off under this?+6
The resolution highlights programs that promote healthy development and reduce the risk of abuse and neglect in children.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+5
The resolution promotes home visiting programs that support maternal and early childhood health and development.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+3
Home visiting programs provide essential support that can help families thrive.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Child Development: The resolution notes that home visiting programs help parents meet unique needs, promote healthy development, and strengthen family relationships. This could provide a strong foundation for a healthy, successful life for children. (Whereas clauses)
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Reduction of Risks: The text states that these programs can help reduce the risk of abuse and neglect. (Whereas clauses)
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Provision of Essential Support: Home visitors provide practical, emotional, and educational support to help families thrive and promote positive parenting practices. (Whereas clauses)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned: The provided text contains no information regarding potential negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
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 Children+6Good For Low Income Households+3Good For Women+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Childcare Affordability+3
- 4/17/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
Judy ChuDemocrat · California
Danny DavisDemocrat · Illinois
Rudy YakymRepublican · Indiana