THE CHILDREN’S MONITOR
Updated Information on Children and Vaccines
The Public Health Communications Collaborative released updated Talking Points and Answers to Tough Questions on Children and Vaccines this week, following news that FDA advisors recommended the agency grant emergency use authorization for Pfizer and
The Prohibiting Detention of Youth Status Offenders Act of 2022
Every year, thousands of kids are incarcerated for “status offenses” including truancy, breaking curfew or running away from home—acts that would not be considered crimes if they were committed by an adult. The Prohibiting Detention
Treasury Secretary Refutes Criticism of Child Tax Credit Expansion
During a Senate Finance hearing on Wednesday, June 8th, 2022, regarding the President’s FY23 budget request, Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) used some of his time to applaud Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen, IRS Commissioner
Child Care Press Conference Draws Support and Attention
On Thursday, June 9th, 2022, Senators Patty Murray (D-WA) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) held a press conference with other Members of Congress, families, providers and advocates to discuss the urgent need and widespread support for
House Kicks Off Appropriations Process
The House has started the Appropriations season by adopting an FY2023 deeming resolution, setting a $1.6 trillion discretionary ceiling to match President Biden's budget request. Chairwoman Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) announced a schedule for Subcommittee and
Reconciliation Negotiations Continue
Congress returned from the Memorial Day Recess last week, and discussions about a possible reconciliation package continued. Conversations are underway between Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) to negotiate a
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