S4818Referred to Committee

A bill to establish the Office of Social Connection Policy, to establish a national strategy on social connection, and for other purposes.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-06-17
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Sponsor

Christopher Murphy
Christopher Murphy
Democrat · CT · Senator
Votes with party: 84.8% (820 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (0)

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

2026-06-17

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Committee Activity

Plain-English Summary

The federal government would create a new Office of Social Connection Policy to develop and coordinate a national strategy aimed at reducing loneliness and strengthening community connections among Americans. This office would work across government agencies to identify programs and policies that promote social engagement and address the health impacts of social isolation. The effort would affect Americans of all ages by potentially influencing how federal programs support community building and mental health initiatives.

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