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The American Rescue Plan at ACF

As one of the largest stimulus packages in U.S. history, the American Rescue Plan (ARP) provides ACF with resources to fund grants and initiatives that meet the urgent needs of the children, families, and communities we serve disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and build a strong foundation for the next generation.

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces OCC Guidance on Vaccine Access

On June 2, President Biden announced a National Month of Action to mobilize an all-of-America sprint to get 70% of U.S. adults at least one shot by July 4th.

Learn more about the initiatives that will make it easier to get vaccinated.

Exploring Civil Rights Protections for Individuals in Recovery from an Opioid Use Disorder

The National Center on Substance Abuse and Child Welfare videos inform professionals on Federal disability rights laws and inform individuals in recovery from substance use disorders about protections under the law.

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Look Beneath the Surface

Raise awareness in your community with new HHS Look Beneath the Surface campaign materials.

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CDC Vaccine Recommendations for Preteens and Teens

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released guidance on COVID-19 vaccinations for children 12-years-old and above.

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Press Release | June 21, 2021

The Administration for Children and Families Recognizes Child Tax Credit Awareness Day
Blog | Family Room | May 18, 2021

May 18th marks 56 years since the launch of Project Head Start
Press Release | April 15, 2021

Child Care Funding Released in American Rescue Plan
Press Release | March 15, 2021

$100 million awarded to expand Early Head Start services for infants and toddlers
Blog | Family Room | January 13, 2021

Early Childhood Health and Well-being Partnerships for Shared Learning, Action, and Impact
Press Release | October 5, 2020

Trump Administration Officials Tour Oklahoma HOPE Centers; Highlight Child Care Flexibilities to Help Families During School Closures
Blog | Family Room | October 2, 2020

Happy Birthday ECD! The Journey is Just Getting Started!
Press Release | September 24, 2020

Partnering with Tribal Colleges and Universities to Strengthen Early Education
Press Release | August 27, 2020

New Head Start Rule Reduces Burden on High-Performing Grantees
Blog | OPRE Insights | August 18, 2020

New Compendiums to Support Linking Data for Research

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For all ACF press inquiries, contact our Media Relations Team. For email inquiries, include your media outlet and the words "Request" or "Inquiry" in the subject line.

Media Relations Team

Kenneth J. Wolfe, Acting Communications Director

Lorri Crowley, Public Affairs Specialist

Patrick Fisher, Public Affairs Specialist

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Phone: (202) 401-9215
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12.3% of 16 - 24-year-olds in the US are disconnected, meaning they are not working nor are they in school. View more about the Young Adult Internship Program, which offers disconnected youth a temporary paid internship, as well as various support services.

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