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Child Adoption Study: Better Support for Families and Children.

This new bill mandates a study and report on child adoption outcomes and the factors influencing them, including parental substance use disorders. The goal is to gather data to better support adoptive families and children, potentially leading to more stable and secure environments for adopted children.
Key points
Requires a nationwide study on child adoption outcomes.
The study report must include factors affecting adoption, such as parental substance use.
Results aim to improve the adoption system and support for families.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1713
Sponsor: Rep. Smucker, Lloyd [R-PA-11]
Process start date: 2021-03-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment and Adoption Reform Act of 1978 to require a study and report on adoption outcomes and the factors affecting those outcomes, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1713.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a nationwide study on child adoption outcomes.
  • The study report must include factors affecting adoption, such as parental substance use.
  • Results aim to improve the adoption system and support for families.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Smucker, Lloyd [R-PA-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

CATEGORIES

Family Health