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Support for Children Without Family Care and Streamlining International Adoptions

This act establishes a new office and ambassadorial position within the State Department to better support children globally who lack or are at risk of lacking family care. It aims to promote family-based care over institutional care and streamline international adoption processes, ensuring children find safe and loving homes.
Key points
Creation of the Office of Children in Family Security and an Ambassador at Large for Children in Family Security within the State Department to coordinate efforts for children abroad.
Strengthening the U.S. role in promoting child welfare systems that prioritize family care (adoption, foster care, reunification) over institutional care.
Streamlining and standardizing procedures for intercountry adoptions, including determining eligibility for prospective adoptive parents and children.
Prohibition of funding for building or renovating institutional care facilities for children, encouraging a shift towards family-based care.
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Print number: 117_S_3280
Sponsor: Sen. Blunt, Roy [R-MO]
Process start date: 2021-11-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Children in Family Security Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3280.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of the Office of Children in Family Security and an Ambassador at Large for Children in Family Security within the State Department to coordinate efforts for children abroad.
  • Strengthening the U.S. role in promoting child welfare systems that prioritize family care (adoption, foster care, reunification) over institutional care.
  • Streamlining and standardizing procedures for intercountry adoptions, including determining eligibility for prospective adoptive parents and children.
  • Prohibition of funding for building or renovating institutional care facilities for children, encouraging a shift towards family-based 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 Sen. Blunt, Roy [R-MO].

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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