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ME LD1060

ME LD1060
An Act to Provide Funding to Reduce Stigma for Parents Seeking Support


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Introduced
03/12/2025
In Committee
03/12/2025
Crossed Over
05/14/2025
Passed
05/20/2025
Dead

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
132nd Legislature

Bill Summary

This bill provides one-time funding for the online resource hub and communications campaign to increase help seeking and resource sharing for parents who need support for parenting and other family needs as part of the Maine Child Safety and Family Well-Being Plan.

AI Summary

This bill provides one-time funding of $100,000 per fiscal year (2025-26 and 2026-27) from the General Fund to support the Department of Health and Human Services' initiative to create an online resource hub and communications campaign. The purpose of this funding is to reduce stigma and encourage parents to seek support and share resources related to parenting and family needs, as part of the Maine Child Safety and Family Well-Being Plan. By providing this dedicated funding, the bill aims to make it easier and more comfortable for parents to access help and information, ultimately supporting families and child welfare in the state of Maine.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

CARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to any special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 800. (on 06/25/2025)

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