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Fighting Child Poverty: Establishing a Task Force

This act aims to establish a special task force to develop a plan to combat child poverty in the U.S. This group will examine the causes of poverty, evaluate existing aid programs, and propose new solutions to improve the financial situation of families and children, especially in states with high poverty rates. The goal is to provide children with better opportunities for the future.
Key points
Establishment of a permanent task force composed of government officials and experts to combat child poverty.
The task force will analyze the causes of child poverty and assess the effectiveness of current federal programs.
Recommendations will be developed to enhance, streamline, or repurpose aid programs, prioritizing states with the highest poverty rates.
The act mandates regular reports to Congress and the President, monitoring progress in child poverty reduction.
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Print number: 117_HR_9323
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Process start date: 2022-11-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Lifting American Children From Poverty Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9323.

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 2022-11-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a permanent task force composed of government officials and experts to combat child poverty.
  • The task force will analyze the causes of child poverty and assess the effectiveness of current federal programs.
  • Recommendations will be developed to enhance, streamline, or repurpose aid programs, prioritizing states with the highest poverty rates.
  • The act mandates regular reports to Congress and the President, monitoring progress in child poverty reduction.
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. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

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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