Adolescent Pregnancy and Parenthood Act of 1984
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Apr 26, 1984)
Adolescent Pregnancy and Parenthood Act of 1984 - Amends title XX (Adolescent Family Life Demonstration Projects) of the Public Health Service Act to authorize grants and projects for: (1) prenatal and postpartum care; (2) well-child infant care; (3) comprehensive family planning services to prevent unintended repeat pregnancies; and (4) educational, vocational, and other counseling services.
Gives priority to under-18 year olds where the incidence of adolescent child bearing is high, where the proportion of low income and minority families is high, and where such services are most needed.
Stresses the role of voluntary family support.
States that services provided under this Act shall be voluntary.
Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to: (1) establish a program data reporting system; and (2) report annually to Congress.
Authorizes FY 1985 through 1987 appropriations.
What just happenedMay 15, 1984
For Further Action See H.R.5600.
Who’s behind it
- May 15, 1984CommitteeH19100
For Further Action See H.R.5600.
Energy and Commerce Committee - May 1, 1984CommitteeH11000
Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.
Health and Environment Subcommittee - Apr 26, 1984CommitteeH21000
Hearings Held by Subcommittee on Health and the Environment Prior to Referral on (Apr 27, 84).
Energy and Commerce Committee - Apr 26, 1984IntroReferralH11100
Referred to House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Apr 26, 1984IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Apr 26, 1984IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House