In response to this growing body of scientific research about what young children need and how to provide it, some state policymakers are promoting home visiting to link pregnant women with prenatal care, encourage strong parent-child attachment and foster positive child health and development. High-quality home visiting programs have been shown to improve outcomes for children and families, particularly teen or single parents, new mothers experiencing depression and families lacking social and financial supports. Rigorous evaluations of home visiting programs have revealed positive outcomes related to birth, children’s health, school readiness, parenting skills, and a reduction in child abuse and neglect. According to the American Academy of Pediatricians, home visiting can increase school readiness, decrease child maltreatment and increase family economic stability. A 2017 report showed some evidence-based home visiting models mitigate adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and prevent intergenerational ACEs. Research also indicates that home visiting can help lay the foundation for resilience and healthy development for families facing multiple socio-demographic stressors and lacking financial resources and social supports. This brief is intended to help state policymakers make informed decisions about home visiting policies in their states. (author abstract)