The program will also address homelessness and substance abuse. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced the new Safety Through Recovery, Engagement, and Evidence-Based Treatment…
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FDA Approves Flavored Vapes for Adults
The agency said new vaping products include age-verification technology intended to limit youth access. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized four electronic nicotine delivery products from the…
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President Trump Reestablishes Presidential Fitness Test
White House promotes youth athletics, school fitness testing, and upcoming international sporting events for National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. President Donald Trump issued a proclamation recognizing May…
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Treasury Hosts Academic Summit on AI, Energy, and Emerging Technologies
Secretary Bessent said that “student engagement is critical” to shaping the future of technology. The Department of the Treasury hosted Liberty University students and faculty for a Summit…
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White House Launches New Public Awareness Effort to Save Lives Through Drug Prevention
ONDCP director says, “We must continue to teach our children about the dangers of drugs and protect them from those who seek to do irreparable harm.” The White…
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NIH Survey Finds Teen Substance Use Remains Near Historic Lows
The study shows stable trends with isolated increases in certain substances. An annual survey, supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and conducted by the University of…
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President Signs Executive Order For Adolescents in Foster Care
The first lady was instrumental in connecting public and private sector partners. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday entitled “Fostering the Future for American Children…
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HHS Secretary Announces $45 Million to State Opioid Response Program
The department will distribute funding to states for safe housing for recovering youth The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has allocated over $45 million into its…
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Education Department Alerts State Education Officials of Ed-Flex Authority
The department sent a letter outlining the application for the ability to opt out of certain programs without waivers. The Education Department sent a letter to all chief…
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House Advances D.C. Youth Offender Bills
Congress proposes lowering the maximum and minimum ages of juvenile prosecution. The House of Representatives passed two bills this week to reduce the maximum and minimum age a…
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