STRONG Kids Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (22 Jul 2026): Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
The STRONG Kids Act, H.R. 9839, would direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to create a grant program aimed at improving the positive effects of physical activity and youth sports participation. This program would award grants to national and regional nonprofits or government organizations that run youth sports programs. These recipients would then distribute subgrants to local nonprofits and government organizations with experience in youth sports.
The subgrants would fund activities to enhance program effectiveness, increase participation, promote health and safety, and support efforts to prevent abuse in youth sports. Funds could be used for initiatives like reducing barriers to participation for disadvantaged youth, training coaches on various aspects of youth development and safety, implementing evaluation processes, and educating parents.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 22, 2026, and has been referred to the Committees on Education and Workforce and Energy and Commerce. If passed, the Secretary of Health and Human Services would have one year to make the first grant. The bill also authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 2027 through 2037, with amounts adjusted for inflation in later years.
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Timeline
22 Jul 2026
Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9839 do?
- The STRONG Kids Act, H.R. 9839, would direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to create a grant program aimed at improving the positive effects of physical activity and youth sports participation. This program would award grants to national and regional nonprofits or government organizations that run youth sports programs. These recipients would then distribute subgrants to local nonprofits and government organizations with experience in youth sports. The subgrants would fund activities to enhance program effectiveness, increase participation, promote health and safety, and support efforts to prevent abuse in youth sports. Funds could be used for initiatives like reducing barriers to participation for disadvantaged youth, training coaches on various aspects of youth development and safety, implementing evaluation processes, and educating parents. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 22, 2026, and has been referred to the Committees on Education and Workforce and Energy and Commerce. If passed, the Secretary of Health and Human Services would have one year to make the first grant. The bill also authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 2027 through 2037, with amounts adjusted for inflation in later years.
- Has H.R. 9839 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9839. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9839?
- H.R. 9839 was sponsored by Rep. Carey, Mike [R-OH-15] (R-OH), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9839?
- Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (22 Jul 2026).
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