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Child Abuse & Neglect

Preventing the abuse of children starts with investing in stronger families. When children do suffer abuse or neglect, they need swift action that offers the chance to grow up in a safe, nurturing home. First Focus on Children works with federal policy makers to inform and advance the best possible options.

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Jan 08, 2026 Child Abuse & Neglect

The Trump Administration’s freeze on funding for child care and other services punishes America’s children

In its latest attack on children, the Trump Administration has announced that it will withhold at least $7.35 billion...

Dec 20, 2024 Child Abuse & Neglect

Congress Passes Bill to Protect Children From Institutional Abuse

First Focus Campaign for Children applauds Congress for passing the Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act (H.R. 2995/S. 1351) by...

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Jul 24, 2024 Child Abuse & Neglect

Beyond the Veil: The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children and the Danger of Ending No-Fault Divorce

In conservative circles, there has been a growing movement to change policies that would end no-fault divorce options and...

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Jul 24, 2024 Child Abuse & Neglect

Episode 20: Advocating for Kids in Kentucky and Across America with Dr. Terry Brooks

In this episode, hosts Bruce Lesley and Messellech Looby chat with Dr. Terry Brooks, executive director of Kentucky Youth...

Dec 16, 2022 Child Abuse & Neglect

Joint Letters: Support the bipartisan Strengthening Tribal Families Act of 2022 (H.R. 8954)

A coalition of organizations dedicated to holding our country’s child welfare system accountable sent the following letters to leaders...

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Oct 19, 2022 Child Abuse & Neglect

How Congress can reduce economic hardship & stabilize families now

We learned recently that improvements to the Child Tax Credit enacted in 2021 through the American Rescue Plan Act...

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Aug 02, 2022 Child Abuse & Neglect

Issue Brief: The Case for a Cross-Agency Priority (CAP) on Child Well-being

THE CHALLENGE The American people expect government policy to advance the best interests of children. Yet, the data shows that...

Oct 21, 2021 Child Abuse & Neglect

Statement: “Treat Children Like Children”

Bruce Lesley, President at First Focus Campaign for Children, made the following statement as advocacy groups and members of Congress,...

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Oct 21, 2021 Child Abuse & Neglect

Why Paris Hilton and I were at the Capitol yesterday

You may have heard that Paris Hilton made a visit to Congress yesterday. Social media certainly stood up and...

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