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Community Mentors for Moms Act
3/8/2023, 2:30 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8669
Bill 117 hr 8669, also known as the Community Mentors for Moms Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a program that would provide support and mentorship to mothers who are experiencing challenges related to mental health, parenting, or other issues.
Under this bill, the Department of Health and Human Services would be responsible for implementing and overseeing the Community Mentors for Moms program. The program would involve recruiting and training mentors who have experience and expertise in areas such as mental health, parenting, and community resources.
These mentors would then be matched with mothers who are in need of support and guidance. The mentors would provide one-on-one support, resources, and referrals to help these mothers navigate their challenges and improve their overall well-being. The goal of the Community Mentors for Moms Act is to provide a valuable support system for mothers who may be struggling with various issues, ultimately improving outcomes for both the mothers and their children. This bill aims to promote mental health, strengthen families, and build stronger communities through mentorship and support.
Under this bill, the Department of Health and Human Services would be responsible for implementing and overseeing the Community Mentors for Moms program. The program would involve recruiting and training mentors who have experience and expertise in areas such as mental health, parenting, and community resources.
These mentors would then be matched with mothers who are in need of support and guidance. The mentors would provide one-on-one support, resources, and referrals to help these mothers navigate their challenges and improve their overall well-being. The goal of the Community Mentors for Moms Act is to provide a valuable support system for mothers who may be struggling with various issues, ultimately improving outcomes for both the mothers and their children. This bill aims to promote mental health, strengthen families, and build stronger communities through mentorship and support.
Congressional Summary of HR 8669
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.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8669
Bill HR 8669 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 5, 2022. Bill HR 8669 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on August 5, 2022. Bill HR 8669's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of August 5, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8669
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8669
Primary Policy Focus
FamiliesPotential Impact Areas
- 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
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8669
Community Mentors for Moms Act
Community Mentors for Moms Act
To amend title V of the Social Security Act to establish a grant program for community-based maternal mentoring programs.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8669
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