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The reimbursement program itself represents a critical policy milestone for the state. It was originally established as a key component of House House Bill 33, which served as Ohio’s biennial budget for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. Lawmakers and public health advocates designed the initiative as a targeted strategy to address Ohio’s persistently high infant…
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WASHINGTON, DC — The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), operating as a leading national youth advocacy organization, has issued an urgent and resounding call to federal leaders, pressing them to preserve, protect, and defend Head Start, the landmark early learning and health services program that has served American families for more than six decades. This urgent…
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MINNEAPOLIS — The pursuit of a better, more equitable future for the state’s youngest residents will take center stage this week as Children’s Defense Fund-Minnesota (CDF-MN) hosts its highly anticipated annual gathering. Titled “A Celebration of Joy,” the event is designed to honor extraordinary local leaders while uplifting the broader community and reflecting a deep-seated…
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WASHINGTON—As a critical federal public comment period draws to a close, the national youth advocacy organization Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) has issued a stern and urgent warning regarding a controversial regulatory proposal advanced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The organization is strongly urging the public, community advocates, and lawmakers on…
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WASHINGTON, DC — The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), recognized as the nation’s sole multi-issue advocacy organization operating at the vital intersection of child well-being and racial justice, has officially announced the appointment of Nick Vucic to its esteemed National Leadership Team. In his new role, Vucic will serve as the National Director of Public Affairs…
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COLUMBUS, OH — On Thursday, September 10, 2026, the Children’s Defense Fund-Ohio (CDF-OH)—the local state branch of the prominent national child advocacy organization—will host its signature annual event, "A Celebration of Joy." Designed to honor dedicated Ohio changemakers, the gathering aims to uplift the local community while powerfully reflecting a collective spirit of hope, resilience,…
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AUSTIN, TX — As immigration enforcement continues to shape the daily reality of families across Central Texas, local advocacy groups are stepping forward to foster dialogue, community resilience, and direct action. On Thursday, September 10, 2026, the Children’s Defense Fund-Texas (CDF-TX) and The Immigrant Services Network of Austin (ISNA) are joining forces to host a…
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WASHINGTON, DC — The Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), a prominent national advocacy organization dedicated to protecting youth and championing policies that support children, has officially announced its distinguished national host committee. Comprising influential business executives, nonprofit founders, and dedicated community leaders from across the United States, the committee has been formed to support the organization’s…
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LOS ANGELES, CA — This Thursday, the Children’s Defense Fund–California (CDF-CA) will convene youth leaders, policymakers, advocates, and community stakeholders at The Honeypot in Downtown Los Angeles for Child Watch 2026. The annual gathering is designed to explore bold, systemic solutions to the most pressing challenges facing children, youth, and families across Southern California, with…
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AUSTIN, TX — Amid a rapidly shifting legal landscape for immigrant families across the United States, the Children’s Defense Fund and its Texas affiliate are intensifying their calls for immediate federal action. Child advocates and legal experts are urging members of Congress to rally behind the bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act, a piece of…
