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Supporting Foster Youth: Rights and Protections

This House Resolution emphasizes key rights for children and youth in the foster care system. It aims to ensure better education, healthcare, safety, and family connections for them, which can significantly improve their future prospects.
Key points
Foster children have the right to continue their education in their original school and participate in extracurricular activities.
Ensuring access to comprehensive healthcare, including mental health services, and protection from abuse and discrimination.
The right to maintain contact with siblings and caseworkers, and to be informed of their rights.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_509
Sponsor: Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5]
Process start date: 2023-06-14