The People's Commission to Make Our Children Healthy
A Citizen-Led Movement for the Health and Well-Being of America’s Children
Introduction
Nation at a Crossroads
America faces a profound health crisis: chronic illness is rising, children’s health is deteriorating, and our healthcare system remains reactive rather than preventive, focused more on treating disease than fostering well-being. Without bold action, the next generation of American children will inherit not only declining health but also weakened economic stability and national security.
Recognizing this crisis, President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order establishing the Make America Healthy Again Commission, appointing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Chair. The Commission, composed of senior cabinet members, has been tasked with conducting a comprehensive review of the nation’s health status and developing policy recommendations to improve the well-being of all Americans.
However, government efforts alone are insufficient to address this challenge. True transformation requires a paradigm shift—one that moves beyond merely treating illness to proactively creating health. This shift must also recognize that democracy requires active citizen engagement and a truly free press that fosters deliberation and crowdsourced decision-making.
At Moonshot Press we believe that any lasting impact on America’s health must begin at the very start of life. The First 1000 Days—from conception to a child’s second birthday—form a critical window for lifelong health, cognitive development, and social well-being.
That is why Project 2026 is launching The People's Commission to Make Our Children Healthy—a citizen-driven initiative that empowers communities to take ownership of health policy, reimagine public health strategies, and ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive.
Executive Order by the People of the United States
Establishing The People's Commission to Make Our Children Healthy
Issued under the authority vested in us as citizens by the Constitution of the United States and the enduring principles of democracy, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Section 1: Purpose
Ensuring the health and well-being of America’s youngest citizens is vital to our nation’s future—its prosperity, strength, and democratic resilience. Scientific evidence affirms that the first 1,000 days of life—from preconception to a child’s second birthday—are foundational to brain development, lifelong physical and mental health, and future economic mobility.
Despite decades of public investment, too many American children and families continue to face preventable disparities in healthcare, nutrition, education, and community support during these early years. To secure a flourishing future, we must act now with urgency, vision, and unity.
This Executive Order establishes The People's Commission to Make Our Children Healthy as a citizen-led initiative under Project 2026, launching a comprehensive national strategy rooted in research, technology, and civic engagement. The Commission will serve as both a policy catalyst and a public platform to ensure that every child in America—regardless of zip code or background—has a chance to thrive.
Section 2: Establishment and Governance
(a) The People's Commission to Make Our Children Healthy is hereby established as a citizen-led body grounded in the authority of democratic self-governance and collective responsibility for the nation’s future.
(b) The Commission shall be coordinated by a Citizen Chair and supported by an Executive Secretariat housed within Project 2026. It shall be composed of citizen proxies representing the essential functions of key federal agencies and policy domains.
(c) Each citizen commissioner shall serve as a public steward of the values and responsibilities traditionally associated with the following federal entities (including, but not limited to):
(d) Additional citizen commissioners may be appointed to reflect expertise in civil society, caregiving, faith-based initiatives, indigenous and rural health, public media, AI and technology, and youth leadership.
(e) This Commission shall function as a living model of democratic innovation, integrating citizen expertise, local knowledge, and cross-sector collaboration to inform public policy, evaluate system performance, and guide investment in the first 1,000 days of life.
(f) The Commission shall maintain formal relationships with government institutions while operating independently to represent the public interest and to pilot citizen-led approaches that complement and challenge top-down policy.
Section 3: Mandates and Deliverables
The Commission shall:
Develop and maintain a comprehensive strategic plan grounded in the science of the first 1,000 days of life.
Produce an annual report to the American people on the state of early childhood health, identifying gaps and progress.
Launch and evaluate pilot projects in partnership with local communities, starting with the Montco First 1,000 Days Initiative.
Coordinate a national action agenda across agencies and stakeholders, emphasizing the factors that contribute to flourishing individuals.
Incorporate artificial intelligence tools to enhance evidence-based knowledge, care coordination, service access, and predictive analytics to promote well-being.
Section 4: Core Strategic Components
1. Knowledge and Research Development
Create the Salutogenic Knowledge Base.
Identify and map knowledge gaps and opportunities across agencies such as NIH, AHRQ, and NLM.
Conduct a national review of policies and services related to prenatal, perinatal, and postpartum care.
2. Pilot Programs and Innovation
Implement AI-powered personal health assistants and the My Healthy Montco PA platform.
Deploy telehealth tools that promote a whole-person approach to health creation during the first 1,000 days of life.
Leverage predictive analytics to drive decision-making.
3. Cross-Sector Policy and Support
Promote policies informed by evidence-based content.
Evaluate current programs such as nutrition initiatives (WIC, school meals, “Food as Medicine”) and Early Head Start and family engagement efforts.
4. Transparency and Citizen Engagement
Launch a public data platform for maternal and child health indicators at individual and community levels.
Host regular in-person and video-facilitated public hearings and town halls.
Publish Moonshot Press citizen briefs and progress updates to inform and involve the public.
Section 5: Implementation Timeline
The work of The People's Commission to Make Our Children Healthy shall be guided by a phased implementation plan:
Phase One: June 15 – August 1, 2025
Commission launch, public forums, and data infrastructure setup.Phase Two: August 26 – December 31, 2025
Interim report outlining the current available knowledge base associated with healthy children.Phase Three: January 1 – July 4, 2026
Pilot sites launched; national strategic framework developed.Phase Four: July 5 – November 4, 2026
Scale innovations; integrate into state and federal programs.
Section 6: Funding and Coordination
The People’s Commission is self-funded and utilizes current federal agency assumptions to assess the cost of its recommendations.
(a) The Office of Management and Budget shall prioritize federal funding aligned with PMACHC’s goals and provide a detailed budget proposal.
(b) The Government Accountability Office shall assess program efficiency and make recommendations for improvement, including a financial assessment of the plans generated.
(c) The People’s Commission shall work in coordination with federal agencies, and with state, tribal, and local governments to ensure alignment and reduce duplication.
(d) The effort will be coordinated with the Surgeon General and other individuals and organizations within the First 1,000 Days of Life ecosystem.
Section 7: A New Social Contract for Children
This People’s Executive Order represents a national recommitment to our youngest generation. It reaffirms that health is not merely the absence of disease but the presence of conditions that allow children and families to flourish. This initiative embodies a new model of governance—where citizens are not just stakeholders but co-creators of public purpose.
Section 8: The Role of The People’s Department of Government Excellence (PDOGE)
To ensure that the efforts of The People's Commission to Make Our Children Healthy are embedded within a broader movement for democratic accountability and institutional excellence, this Executive Order recognizes the critical support of The People’s Department of Government Excellence (PDOGE)—a core innovation of Project 2026.
PDOGE represents the next evolution in bureaucratic reform. Its mission is to assess, inspire, and guide government performance through the lens of human flourishing—not just efficiency. It provides an open framework through which citizens evaluate public institutions based on how well they promote the health, freedom, capability, and dignity of individuals and families.
Specifically, PDOGE will:
Conduct Comprehensive Evaluations
Map and analyze existing federal programs, policies, and agency missions that affect early childhood health during the first 1,000 days of life.Align Public Systems with Human-Centered Outcomes
Develop performance standards and values-based metrics to ensure government agencies are empowering families, not merely administering services.Facilitate Participatory Oversight
Invite the public to engage in setting expectations, monitoring effectiveness, and co-creating solutions through digital tools, deliberative forums, and collaborative research.Support Integration Across The People's Commission to Make Our Children Healthy Domains
Serve as the Commission’s policy and performance partner, ensuring interagency collaboration, transparency, and outcome-based reform.
This alignment between PDOGE and PCMOCH reflects a new paradigm of governance—one led by the people, evaluated by the people, and constantly improved in service to the people.
Section 9: Digital Technology and AI: Pilot Programs and Innovation
Utilize AI and digital tools for the Commission’s work.
Develop AI tools to enhance citizen engagement.
Implement AI-powered agents to ensure representation of various stakeholders.
We the People Declare:
The People's Commission to Make Our Children Healthy is not just a policy mechanism. It is a national movement—a citizen-powered engine for building a flourishing future grounded in health, equity, opportunity, and democratic renewal.
Let this be the generation that said:
We cared. We listened. We acted.
For our children, and for our democracy.
A Call to Action: Join the Commission
America’s future depends on the health and well-being of its youngest citizens. But ensuring that every child has the opportunity to flourish requires all of us—parents, educators, healthcare professionals, and engaged citizens.
The time for action is now.
Join The People's Commission to Make Our Children Healthy and Project 2026 in a bold, citizen-driven movement to reshape the future of American child health and restore democracy, opportunity, and citizenship as guiding principles for a thriving nation.
Together, we can make America’s children healthy again—and in doing so, secure the future of our democracy.