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SR 282

A Resolution recognizing the week of April 20 through 24, 2026, as "National Home Visiting Week" in Pennsylvania.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Brown and 2 co-sponsors

Designates April 20–24, 2026 as National Home Visiting Week in Pennsylvania to recognize and promote evidence-based home visiting programs and awareness.

Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations
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Bill Summary · SR 282

Summary of SR 282 (2025-2026) – Pennsylvania

Title

A Resolution recognizing the week of April 20 through 24, 2026, as “National Home Visiting Week” in Pennsylvania.

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution designates a specific week in 2026 to recognize and honor the national program and efforts of home visiting services in Pennsylvania.
  • Aims to raise awareness of the benefits of home visiting programs for families, children, and communities, and to acknowledge the contributions of program providers, families served, and partners.

Key Provisions

  • Declaration: The Pennsylvania Senate (and potentially the House, depending on chamber passage) recognizes April 20–24, 2026, as National Home Visiting Week within the Commonwealth.
  • Purpose Statement: Emphasizes support for evidence-based, home visiting initiatives that assist families with parenting education, child development, health, and safety.
  • Observance Guidance: Encourages public officials, health and human services agencies, communities, and stakeholders to observe and participate in activities or events that promote home visiting awareness during the designated week.

Who or What Would Be Affected

  • Government and Public Agencies: State agencies involved in early childhood, family services, health, and related programs may acknowledge and participate in observances.
  • Communities and Partners: Local governments, community organizations, nonprofit service providers, and healthcare professionals engaged in or supportive of home visiting programs.
  • Families and Children: Indirect beneficiaries through heightened awareness, potential increases in support opportunities, and recognition of services that assist parenting and child development.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Referred to Rules & Executive Nominations (as of 2026-04-17).
  • Bipartisan Sponsorship: Co-sponsors include Rosemary Brown, Cris Dush, and Elder Vogel, indicating cross-chamber support.

Practical Impact

  • Non-binding Resolution: Primary effect is ceremonial, signaling state-level acknowledgment and encouragement.
  • Public Awareness: May prompt commemorative events, proclamations by localities, and media attention to the role and value of home visiting programs.
  • Policy Implications: No new funding or statutory changes are specified within the resolution itself; any impact would depend on accompanying programs and state-level support for home visiting initiatives.

Note

  • The bill is a resolution, not an act. It does not create or modify entitlements, funding, or regulatory requirements. Its significance lies in formal recognition and advocacy for home visiting services during National Home Visiting Week.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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