Which reform established by Taft advocated for improving the lives of family, addressing abuse and neglect, and later became part of the Department of Health and Human Services?
the Children’s Bureau
the Payne-Aldrich Tariff Act
the Federal Reserve system
the Food and Drug Administration
Answers
Answer:
On April 9, 1912, President William Howard Taft signed the law establishing the Children's Bureau.
Explanation:
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Answer:
The Children’s Bureau is the first federal agency within the U.S. Government—and in fact, the world—to focus exclusively on improving the lives of children and families. Since its creation by President Taft in 1912, the Bureau has tackled some of our Nation’s most pressing social issues, including the following:
Infant and maternal death
Child labor
Orphanages
Child health and recreation
Delinquency and juvenile courts
Family economic security
Abused and neglected children
Foster care
In each of these areas, the Bureau has provided groundbreaking leadership and garnered critical resources to improve the lives of children and families.
Children's Bureau Video Series Visit disclaimer page
In "The Children’s Bureau, 1912—2012: A Passionate Commitment. A Legacy of Leadership," Children’s Bureau leaders and staff—past and present—speak passionately about their commitment to the Bureau’s work and how that passion translates into better outcomes for children, families, and communities. The series also includes seven spotlight videos on key topics. Available in English and en Español.
Children’s Bureau Timeline
The Children’s Bureau timeline offers an engaging, decade-by-decade look at the Bureau’s rich history. The images and brief text take you on a unique journey through the key projects, initiatives, milestones, and political and social events through 2012 that shaped the evolution of child welfare in America.
The Children’s Bureau Legacy: Ensuring the Right to Childhood (e-book)
As part of its centennial celebration, the Children’s Bureau researched and produced a written history of its first 100 years. The resulting e-book combines compelling text with striking historical images to tell the story of a small Federal agency that took on some of the most devastating social problems of the time, including high infant mortality, child labor, and child abuse and neglect. The e-book puts this history in the context of changing world events and social movements. It also offers a look at some of the determined leaders who helped shape the Bureau to be what it is today—a strong advocate for America’s children and families.
The Story of the Children's Bureau (brochure)
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