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Family Reunification Support: Programs for Children Returning Home

This act provides financial incentives to states to increase the number of children successfully reunified with their biological families after being in foster care. The goal is to strengthen families and provide children with a stable home environment, reducing their re-entry into foster care.
Key points
States will receive additional funds for each child successfully reunified with their biological family who remains with them for at least one year.
These funds can be used for services supporting families, including those assisting in reunification and strengthening family bonds, with a focus on trauma-informed care.
Defines "successful reunification" as a child returning to their biological family within one year of removal and remaining with them for at least one year without re-entering foster care.
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Print number: 117_HR_7843
Sponsor: Rep. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23]
Process start date: 2022-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CARE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7843.

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 2022-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States will receive additional funds for each child successfully reunified with their biological family who remains with them for at least one year.
  • These funds can be used for services supporting families, including those assisting in reunification and strengthening family bonds, with a focus on trauma-informed care.
  • Defines "successful reunification" as a child returning to their biological family within one year of removal and remaining with them for at least one year without re-entering foster care.
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. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23].

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.

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