National Parent and Youth Helpline Act
To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to carry out a grant program to support the establishment of a national, toll-free telephone helpline to provide information and assistance to parents, caregivers, and youth to prevent child abuse and strengthen families.
This bill, HB8156, aims to create a national, toll-free helpline to offer support and information to parents, caregivers, and young people to help prevent child abuse and strengthen families. It seeks to establish a grant program overseen by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
The helpline would benefit parents, caregivers, and youth by providing a resource for preventing child abuse and enhancing family relationships. It is designed to be accessible and supportive for those in need of guidance and assistance.
As of March 27, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and awaits further action from the committee.
