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National Foster Care Month: Supporting Children and Foster Families

The U.S. Senate designates May as National Foster Care Month to raise awareness about challenges faced by children in foster care. This resolution encourages Congress to implement policies that improve the lives of these children, emphasizing the need for safe, permanent homes and support for foster families and social workers.
Key points
Highlighting the importance of safe and permanent homes for all children in foster care.
Supporting foster parents, social workers, and child advocates for their crucial role.
Encouraging investment in prevention and reunification services to reduce the number of children entering foster care.
Acknowledging the challenges faced by youth aging out of foster care, such as housing instability and difficulties accessing education and employment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_634
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Process start date: 2022-05-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policies to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_634.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Highlighting the importance of safe and permanent homes for all children in foster care.
  • Supporting foster parents, social workers, and child advocates for their crucial role.
  • Encouraging investment in prevention and reunification services to reduce the number of children entering foster care.
  • Acknowledging the challenges faced by youth aging out of foster care, such as housing instability and difficulties accessing education and employment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

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. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2516; text: CR S2521-2522)

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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