Early Childhood Mental Health Support Act of 2020

House Bill 5569 - Early Childhood Mental Health Support Act of 2020: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 5569 Early Childhood Mental Health Support Act of 2020 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/8/2022, 11:17 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5569

Early Childhood Mental Health Support Act of 2020

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to identify and review evidence-based interventions, best practices, curricula, and staff trainings in Head Start programs that improve the behavioral health of children and support staff wellness.

HHS must (1) award grants to participating Head Start agencies to implement such interventions, and (2) evaluate the implementation of such interventions.

The bill also permits HHS to fund five best practice centers in universities to prepare future Head Start agencies and staff to deliver such interventions.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5569

Bill HR 5569 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2020. Bill HR 5569 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2020. Bill HR 5569's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of January 9, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5569

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5569

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Potential Impact Areas

- Child care and development

- Child health

- Congressional oversight

- Drug, alcohol, tobacco use

- Higher education

- Mental health

- Performance measurement

- Preschool education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5569

Early Childhood Mental Health Support Act of 2020

To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to identify, review, and implement effective interventions in Head Start programs, and for other purposes.

Early Childhood Mental Health Support Act of 2020