Community Mentors for Moms Act

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Community Mentors for Moms Act

This bill requires the Health Resources & Services Administration to make grants for demonstration projects that provide community-based maternal mentoring, which may include dedicated individual mentors and networks of peer and community support groups.

Bill 118 s 48, also known as the Community Mentors for Moms Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a program that would provide support and guidance to mothers who are experiencing challenges in their lives.

The program outlined in the bill would connect mothers with mentors from their local community who can offer advice, resources, and emotional support. These mentors would be trained to assist mothers in navigating issues such as parenting, mental health, financial stability, and access to healthcare.

The Community Mentors for Moms Act aims to address the growing need for support for mothers, particularly those who may be facing difficult circumstances such as poverty, domestic violence, or mental health challenges. By providing a network of mentors who can offer guidance and assistance, the bill seeks to improve outcomes for both mothers and their children. If passed, the Community Mentors for Moms Act would allocate funding to support the training and coordination of mentors, as well as the development of resources and programs to assist mothers in need. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the importance of providing support to mothers in order to promote the well-being of families and communities.
Congress
118

Number
S - 48

Introduced on
2023-01-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/24/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Community Mentors for Moms Act

This bill requires the Health Resources & Services Administration to make grants for demonstration projects that provide community-based maternal mentoring, which may include dedicated individual mentors and networks of peer and community support groups.

Bill 118 s 48, also known as the Community Mentors for Moms Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a program that would provide support and guidance to mothers who are experiencing challenges in their lives.

The program outlined in the bill would connect mothers with mentors from their local community who can offer advice, resources, and emotional support. These mentors would be trained to assist mothers in navigating issues such as parenting, mental health, financial stability, and access to healthcare.

The Community Mentors for Moms Act aims to address the growing need for support for mothers, particularly those who may be facing difficult circumstances such as poverty, domestic violence, or mental health challenges. By providing a network of mentors who can offer guidance and assistance, the bill seeks to improve outcomes for both mothers and their children. If passed, the Community Mentors for Moms Act would allocate funding to support the training and coordination of mentors, as well as the development of resources and programs to assist mothers in need. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers recognizing the importance of providing support to mothers in order to promote the well-being of families and communities.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend title V of the Social Security Act to establish a grant program for community-based maternal mentoring programs.

Policy Areas
Families

Potential Impact
Child care and development
Child health
Community life and organization
Congressional oversight
Family planning and birth control
Family services
Government studies and investigations
Mental health
Performance measurement
Sex and reproductive health
Women's health

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary2/14/2023

Community Mentors for Moms Act

This bill requires the Health Resources & Services Administration to make grants for demonstration projects that provide community-based maternal mentoring, which may include dedicated in...


Latest Action1/24/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.