- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 7
- Latest action
- Apr 30, 2026
What it does
The CARES Hotline Act would amend the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 to establish a national, toll-free, 24/7 hotline providing emotional support, information, brief intervention, mental health resources, and referrals to caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities. The hotline would offer voice and text support, be staffed by trained professionals and peer supporters, and include requirements for culturally and linguistically appropriate services, a national resource database, public awareness campaigns, and annual reporting to Congress. Authorization of $10 million per year is provided for fiscal years 2027 through 2032 to fund the…
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Where it stands
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What moved
Who is involved
Sponsors
The lawmakers who put their names on it, lead sponsors first.
Where it goes next
While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.