2020 Federal Policy Agenda
Prevent Child Abuse America recommends that Congress and state legislatures across the country prioritize children and families in both their legislative and budgetary decisions in 2020 through strategies that strengthen families and reduce child abuse and neglect.
Prevent Child Abuse America recommends Congress take the following actions in 2020:
- Finalize reauthorization and increase funding for the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act
- Double funding for the Maternal Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting program
- Reduce adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) by funding the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at $10 million for child sexual abuse prevention and $33 million for the Essentials for Childhood framework
- Support implementation of the Family First Prevention Services Act
- Ensure federal policies and funding prioritize prevention to strengthen families and child well-being
