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New Rules for Collecting Private Adoption Data

This act introduces new requirements for collecting data on private adoptions in the United States. Courts will need to submit detailed information about each finalized adoption to the Children's Bureau. The goal is to better understand the adoption process, which may help in future support for adoptive families and children.
Key points
Courts will be required to report details of every private adoption, including the child's age and type of adoption (e.g., by stepparent, relative).
The collected data will help create a more complete picture of adoptions nationwide, potentially influencing future support programs.
The act takes effect on the first day of the calendar year following its enactment.
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Print number: 118_HR_6700
Sponsor: Rep. Lamborn, Doug [R-CO-5]
Process start date: 2023-12-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Adoption Counts Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6700.

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 2023-12-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Courts will be required to report details of every private adoption, including the child's age and type of adoption (e.g., by stepparent, relative).
  • The collected data will help create a more complete picture of adoptions nationwide, potentially influencing future support programs.
  • The act takes effect on the first day of the calendar year following its enactment.
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. Lamborn, Doug [R-CO-5].

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 2025-12-25.

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