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Protecting Foster Youth: Identifying Missing Children and Providing Support

This act aims to enhance the safety of children in foster care, especially those who are missing or vulnerable. The government will evaluate why children go missing and how to better assist them, while also providing support to states and tribes in their efforts. This ensures better protection for foster children and equips their caregivers with more effective tools.
Key points
Problem Evaluation: The government will assess why children go missing from foster care and what hinders their identification.
Support for Caregivers: States and tribes will receive information and tools to better identify and support missing or vulnerable children.
Best Practices: Best methods for finding children and providing effective assistance will be identified and disseminated.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7210
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30]
Process start date: 2022-03-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Find and Protect Foster Youth Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7210.

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 2022-03-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Problem Evaluation: The government will assess why children go missing from foster care and what hinders their identification.
  • Support for Caregivers: States and tribes will receive information and tools to better identify and support missing or vulnerable children.
  • Best Practices: Best methods for finding children and providing effective assistance will be identified and disseminated.
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. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Family Security