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Support for Foster Youth: Emergency Aid and Pre-Placement Services

This act establishes a grant program to provide emergency relief and improve pre-placement services for foster youth. It aims to offer financial assistance and better support to young people in foster care, helping them with daily necessities and preparing them for stable placements.
Key points
Agencies can receive up to $1 million to assist foster youth.
Funds can be used for clothing, food, personnel, and other urgent needs.
The program seeks to reduce the number of home transfers for foster youth.
Special outreach efforts will target rural areas and Native communities.
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Print number: 117_S_4762
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Process start date: 2022-08-03