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119THCONGRESS
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STSESSION H. RES. 335
Supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through April 25, 2025,
as ‘‘National Home Visiting Week’’.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
APRIL17, 2025
Mr. L
AHOOD(for himself, Mr. DAVISof Illinois, Mr. YAKYM, and Ms. CHU)
submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee
on Oversight and Government Reform
RESOLUTION
Supporting the designation of the week of April 21 through
April 25, 2025, as ‘‘National Home Visiting Week’’.
Whereas every child deserves the opportunity to live up to his
or her potential;
Whereas the early childhood years are the most active period
for the developing brain and a stable, secure relationship
with a nurturing, caring adult is a key factor in the de-
velopment of young children;
Whereas home visiting programs help parents meet the
unique needs of their children, promote healthy develop-
ment, strengthen family relationships, and reduce the
risk of abuse and neglect;
Whereas, in 2023, evidence-based home visiting was imple-
mented in all 50 States, the District of Columbia, 5 terri-
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tories, 21 Indigenous communities, and 51 percent of
United States counties;
Whereas, in fiscal year 2023, the Federal Maternal, Infant,
and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program served over
139,000 parents and children and provided over 919,000
home visits;
Whereas more than 280,000 families received evidence-based
home visiting services in 2023, over the course of more
than 2,800,000 home visits;
Whereas more than 20,000 home visitors and supervisors de-
livered evidence-based services nationwide in 2023; and
Whereas home visitors provide practical, emotional, and edu-
cational support that helps families thrive, promotes posi-
tive parenting practices, and ensures children have a
strong foundation for a healthy, successful life: Now,
therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives sup-1
ports— 2
(1) the designation of ‘‘National Home Visiting 3
Week’’; and 4
(2) the goals and ideals of National Home Vis-5
iting Week. 6
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