H.R.8620

CARES Hotline Act Caregiver Access to Resources and Emotional Support Hotline Act

Introduced·4/30/26

Establishes a national hotline for caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities.

The bill amends the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 to create a national hotline for caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities. The hotline will provide emotional support, information, brief intervention, and mental health resources. It will be toll-free, available 24/7, and offer both voice and text support. The hotline will be staffed by trained personnel, including peer-to-peer staff, and will provide referrals to local, state, and federal resources.

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Energy And Commerce Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 30

House

Introduced in House

Apr 30

House

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.