- Record: Senate Floor
- Section type: Recognition
- Chamber: Senate
- Date: April 28, 2026
- Congress: 119th Congress
- Why this source matters: This section came from the Senate floor portion of the record.
SENATE RESOLUTION 692—DESIGNATING THE WEEK OF APRIL 20 THROUGH APRIL
24, 2026, AS “NATIONAL HOME VISITING WEEK”
Mr. GRASSLEY (for himself, Mr. Warner, and Mr. Coons) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to:
S. Res. 692
Whereas every child deserves the opportunity to live up to
his or her potential;
Whereas the early childhood years are the most active
period for the developing brain, and a stable, secure
relationship with a nurturing, caring adult is a key factor
in the development of young children;
Whereas home visiting programs help parents meet the unique
needs of their children, promote healthy development,
strengthen family relationships, and reduce the risk of abuse
and neglect;
Whereas, in 2024, evidence-based home visiting was
implemented in all 50 States, the District of Columbia, 5
territories, 32 Indigenous communities, and 65 percent of
United States counties;
Whereas, in fiscal year 2024, the Federal Maternal, Infant,
and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program served over 150,000
parents and children and provided over 990,000 home visits;
Whereas more than 280,000 families received evidence-based
home visiting services in 2024, over the course of more than
3,000,000 home visits;
Whereas more than 20,000 home visitors and supervisors
delivered evidence-based services nationwide in 2024; and
Whereas home visitors provide practical, emotional, and
educational support that helps families thrive, promotes
positive parenting practices, and ensures children have a
strong foundation for a healthy, successful life: Now,
therefore, be it
Resolved, That the Senate supports—
(1) the designation of the week of April 20 through April
24, 2026, as “National Home Visiting Week”; and
(2) the goals and ideals of National Home Visiting Week.