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Support for National Adoption Day and Month: Promoting Foster Families

The U.S. Senate expresses support for National Adoption Day and Month to raise public awareness about adoption and children awaiting families. The goal is to ensure safety and permanent homes for all children, encouraging citizens to consider adoption.
Key points
Highlights the need to find permanent homes for approximately 114,000 children in the U.S. foster care system.
Draws attention to the long waiting times for children to be adopted (average 33.7 months) and the risk of aging out of the system without a permanent home.
Encourages citizens to consider adoption, addressing misconceptions about the adoption process.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SRES_858
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2022-12-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_858.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Highlights the need to find permanent homes for approximately 114,000 children in the U.S. foster care system.
  • Draws attention to the long waiting times for children to be adopted (average 33.7 months) and the risk of aging out of the system without a permanent home.
  • Encourages citizens to consider adoption, addressing misconceptions about the adoption process.
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. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

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 S6968-6969; text: CR S6968)

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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