This bill, titled the Child Safety and Well-Being Act of 2026, establishes an independent Children's Commission and the position of a Children's Commissioner . The Commission's primary purpose is to promote awareness of, advocate for, and advise on the views and interests of children and marginalized youth across the United States. It seeks to ensure that federal legislation, regulatory actions, and policies adequately consider their impact on children's well-being. The Commission will consist of 15 members appointed by the Comptroller General, drawing from individuals with national recognition in child-related scholarship, nonprofit advocacy, direct work with marginalized youth, and various professional backgrounds including pediatricians, educators, and those with lived experiences. Membership must reflect diverse geographic, racial, and ethnic representation, with a majority not directly involved in service provision. A Children's Commissioner will serve as the executive director for a five-year term, responsible for leading the Commission's operations and advocating for children's concerns. Key duties of the Commission include receiving and reviewing complaints against agencies regarding their services to children, developing proposals for policy changes, and monitoring federal, state, and local laws affecting children. It will represent children's views before Congress and agencies, encourage civic participation among youth, and recommend measures to help all children thrive. The Commission is also tasked with examining international issues impacting children and coordinating with children's commissioners in other countries. In carrying out its duties, the Commission must consider various aspects of children's lives, including their physical and mental health, education, social and economic well-being, and the impact of social determinants and inequities. It will review agency reports and federal regulations, providing comments and recommendations to Congress and agencies. All reports and findings will be made publicly available, with child-friendly versions published where appropriate. The Commission is authorized to hold hearings, obtain necessary information from federal agencies, and conduct original research. Notably, the Children's Commissioner may appear as amicus curiae in federal court actions to present the Commission's views on how agency rules or guidance affect children. The bill authorizes an appropriation of $7.5 million annually for the Commission for fiscal years 2027 through 2034 to support its operations and initiatives.