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Increased Financial Support for Older Foster Youth Transitioning to Adulthood

This law increases funding and extends flexibilities for a program helping older youth transition out of foster care. This means more money and support will be available for these young people through September 30, 2022. Additionally, financial help from this program will not affect their eligibility for other government benefits.
Key points
Increased funding available for the program supporting older youth leaving foster care.
Extended the period during which the program can operate with more flexibility until September 30, 2022.
Money received from this program will not count against eligibility for other government assistance.
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Additional Information
To provide additional emergency support for older foster youth under the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood, and extend through fiscal year 2022 certain flexibilities provided for the program by division X of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 5167
Sponsor: Rep. Langevin, James R. [D-RI-2]
Process start date: 2021-09-03
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Increased Financial Support for Older Foster Youth Transitioning to Adulthood

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 5167.

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 2021-09-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding available for the program supporting older youth leaving foster care.
  • Extended the period during which the program can operate with more flexibility until September 30, 2022.
  • Money received from this program will not count against eligibility for other government assistance.

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. Langevin, James R. [D-RI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support.

Is this summary verified?

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

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 5167

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