Assembly Bill 967 proposes an increase in funding for the Family Foundations home visitation program, specifically aimed at enhancing parental education regarding social media and its impact on children. The bill allocates an additional $500,000 in general purpose revenue to the Department of Children and Families (DCF) for the fiscal year 2026-27. This funding is intended to support educational initiatives that promote healthy practices related to social media use among parents, particularly those who are eligible for Medical Assistance and assessed to be at risk of poor birth outcomes or child abuse and neglect.

The bill modifies the existing framework of the Family Foundations program, which currently provides grants for the prevention of child abuse and neglect through home visitation services. By focusing on social media education, the bill aims to equip parents with the necessary knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of social media and its effects on their children, thereby fostering a safer and more supportive environment for child development.