HR 4642 · 111th Congress · Health

Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Act of 2010

Introduced 2010-02-22· Sponsored by Rep. Lowey, Nita M. [D-NY-18]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.(2010-02-23)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Act of 2010 - Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), acting through various federal agencies, to develop a national Shaken Baby Syndrome public health campaign. Requires the Secretary to: (1) develop a National Action Plan and effective strategies to increase awareness of opportunities to prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome; and (2) coordinate the Plan and strategies with evidence-based strategies and efforts that support families with infants and other young children. Directs the Secretary to carry out communication, education, and training about Shaken Baby Syndrome prevention, including efforts to communicate with the general public, such as by: (1) disseminating effective prevention practices and techniques to parents and caregivers; (2) producing evidence-based educational and information materials; and (3) carrying out training. Requires the Secretary to work to ensure that the parents and caregivers of children are connected to effective supports through the coordination of existing programs and networks or the establishment of new programs. Establishes a Shaken Baby Awareness Advisory Council to develop recommendations: (1) regar…

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