Immunizations are the first line of defense against a host of deadly illnesses. and are especially important now that tuberculosis has reemerged as a serious health threat. The amendment would add $75 million for child care block grants to States. bringing the total amount to $1.05 billion anti providing services to an additional 32.000 children. The increase for community. migrant and homeless health centers would provide primary health care to an estimated 475.000 indigent Americans. I am also pleased that the amendmont includes money for the childhood mental health initiative. According to a report prepared by the Office of Technology Assessment. 12 percent of the children In the United Statesnearly eight millionhave a diagnosable mental disorder.