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BillHR 8156 · 119

National Parent and Youth Helpline Act

Introduced
Mar 27, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 27, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a national helpline for parents and youth to provide support and resources. Funds the development and operation of this helpline to connect callers with local services and experts.

Sponsored By

Norma J. Torres
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 27, 2026
  2. Mar 27, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects parents and youth in need of support, providing them with a national resource to access guidance and connect with local services. It particularly impacts families and young people struggling with mental health, education, or other challenges, offering a centralized point of contact for help.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicHealth
IntroducedMar 27, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 27, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Subjects
  • Health
  • Housing

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.