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September Designated as National Kinship Care Month: Honoring Caregivers

The U.S. Senate designated September 2021 as “National Kinship Care Month”. This aims to honor and highlight the millions of children raised by grandparents, other relatives, or family friends who provide them with safety and stability. The resolution emphasizes the importance of supporting these families and encourages the expansion of assistance programs.
Key points
Designation of September 2021 as “National Kinship Care Month” to honor kinship caregivers.
Highlighting the role of grandparents and other relatives in raising children, especially amidst the opioid crisis and COVID-19 pandemic.
Encouragement for Congress, states, and local organizations to continue supporting kinship families and expanding assistance programs.
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Print number: 117_SRES_398
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2021-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating September 2021 as "National Kinship Care Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_398.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of September 2021 as “National Kinship Care Month” to honor kinship caregivers.
  • Highlighting the role of grandparents and other relatives in raising children, especially amidst the opioid crisis and COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Encouragement for Congress, states, and local organizations to continue supporting kinship families and expanding assistance programs.
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 Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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