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ACF

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ACF

@ACFHHS

Federal agency supporting the wellbeing of children & families, led by Assistant Secretary @ACF_Adams. Engagement ≠ endorsement. bit.ly/2iCRwSk

Washington, DC

acf.hhs.gov

Born April 15

Joined April 2013

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Secretary Kennedy
@SecKennedy
Jun 26
Thank you, @POTUS, for signing this landmark Executive Order to scale regenerative agriculture and advance the Make America Healthy Again agenda. On Thursday, @SecRollins and I joined President Trump alongside America's leading regenerative farmers because healthier food starts
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ACF
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Jun 26
Rhode Island is prioritizing foster kids & families: ➡️Ended the "orphan tax" to preserve foster youth's Social Security benefits ➡️Expanded support for youth aging out of care ➡️Boosted kinship caregiver support & prioritized prevention services @projo go.acf.gov/ri-foster-kids
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 25
ACF is partnering with @samhsagov and @CMSGov to support states in their efforts to: • Strengthen families • Prevent unnecessary foster care entry • Expand timely access to evidence-based treatment for the chronic disease of addiction More: acf.gov/cb/policy-guid…
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 23
Rhode Island will no longer divert survivor benefits away from foster youth to cover state child welfare costs. Thank you, @GovDanMcKee, for your leadership on this issue.
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 23
ACF’s Office of Child Support Enforcement is working diligently with @StateDept to hold parents accountable. Those who fail to pay child support could lose their passport, as @SenatorLankford recently explained. WATCH:
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 23
The Trump administration is moving fast to prioritize the interests of children and families. Read more:
Passport Revocations Due to Significant Child Support Debt - United States Department of State
From state.gov
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 22
⚾ Assistant Secretary @ACF_Adams joined the Washington Nationals to throw the honorary first pitch during @HHSGov Night at the Ballpark. Photo courtesy of the @Nationals
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 22
📣 TOMORROW, 1PM - ACF and @USTreasury will host office hours for state leaders and child welfare directors to provide: • Overview of Fostering the Future Accounts • Key policy and implementation considerations • Q&A Learn more and register here: events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/02f38bdc…
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 22
ACF and @NatlHeadStart convened nearly 20 Head Start directors in DC to discuss renewing Head Start’s promise for future generations. ACF shared its priorities, including local flexibility, parent engagement, health, nutrition, and the federal-to-local grant structure.
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 21
This Father’s Day, we’re recognizing the vital role fathers play in their children’s lives. Strong fathers help build strong families and stronger communities. Be A Good Dad Today! Find helpful tips for Dads: fatherhood.gov/for-dads
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 19
.@ACF_Adams recently joined @prioritiespod to share how ACF is partnering with states to better leverage data and technology in child welfare. LISTEN: statescoop.com/radio/moderniz…
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 19
In May, ACF unveiled a child care reform package centered around three goals: 1. Lower costs 2. Expand access 3. Better serve families who rely on federally-funded child care programs Learn more from @A1Policy: americafirstpolicy.com/issues/trump-a…
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 18
This Father’s Day, ACF is highlighting how states and territories can use Social Services Block Grant (SSBG) funds to expand child care options, support parental choice, and strengthen families. Read more: acf.gov/ocs/policy-gui…
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ACF
@ACFHHS
Jun 17
ACF leadership joined @APHSA1 at the National Human Services Summit in Northern Virginia this week, engaging with state leaders on Fostering the Future implementation, A Home for Every Child, child care, and TANF. We left inspired by their expertise and commitment.
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