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Support for Foster Youth to Obtain Driver's Licenses

This act aims to help foster youth and former foster care recipients obtain driver's licenses and car insurance. It introduces new financial and training support programs and requires foster parents to prepare children for driving. This should help young people transition into adulthood more smoothly and increase their independence.
Key points
New financial assistance programs up to $4,000 annually for costs related to driver's licenses, insurance, and car purchase for foster youth (age 14+) and former foster youth (up to age 26 if working or studying).
Requirement for foster parents to prepare children for driving, including providing practice hours and assistance with obtaining a driver's license and insurance.
Facilitation of driver's license acquisition for minors in foster care, including authorization by foster parents.
An additional $36 million annually authorized for funding driver's license assistance programs for foster youth.
Financial assistance will not be counted as income or considered for eligibility for other federal benefits.
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Print number: 118_HR_1446
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]
Process start date: 2023-03-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Foster Youth and Driving Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1446.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New financial assistance programs up to $4,000 annually for costs related to driver's licenses, insurance, and car purchase for foster youth (age 14+) and former foster youth (up to age 26 if working or studying).
  • Requirement for foster parents to prepare children for driving, including providing practice hours and assistance with obtaining a driver's license and insurance.
  • Facilitation of driver's license acquisition for minors in foster care, including authorization by foster parents.
  • An additional $36 million annually authorized for funding driver's license assistance programs for foster youth.
  • Financial assistance will not be counted as income or considered for eligibility for other federal benefits.
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 Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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