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Ending Discrimination in Child Welfare: Equal Opportunities for All Families

This act aims to eliminate discrimination in child welfare services, such as adoption and foster care, based on religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), and marital status. This will help more children find safe and loving homes, and ensure families are treated fairly regardless of their personal characteristics. It is expected to increase the pool of available homes for children in need of care.
Key points
Prohibition of Discrimination: Child welfare agencies cannot deny services or discriminate against individuals based on their religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), or marital status.
Support for LGBTQ+ Youth: The act seeks to improve the safety and well-being of LGBTQ+ youth in foster care, who often face discrimination and poorer treatment.
More Homes for Children: Eliminating discrimination is expected to increase the number of available foster and adoptive homes, helping more children find permanent placements.
Ban on Conversion Therapy: The act identifies conversion therapy as a harmful form of discrimination and prohibits its use in the context of child welfare.
Data Collection: Data will be collected on the sexual orientation and gender identity of children and foster/adoptive parents to better understand and address discrimination issues.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3488
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]
Process start date: 2021-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

John Lewis Every Child Deserves a Family Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3488.

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 2021-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibition of Discrimination: Child welfare agencies cannot deny services or discriminate against individuals based on their religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), or marital status.
  • Support for LGBTQ+ Youth: The act seeks to improve the safety and well-being of LGBTQ+ youth in foster care, who often face discrimination and poorer treatment.
  • More Homes for Children: Eliminating discrimination is expected to increase the number of available foster and adoptive homes, helping more children find permanent placements.
  • Ban on Conversion Therapy: The act identifies conversion therapy as a harmful form of discrimination and prohibits its use in the context of child welfare.
  • Data Collection: Data will be collected on the sexual orientation and gender identity of children and foster/adoptive parents to better understand and address discrimination issues.
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. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Family Courts and Law