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Support for Siblings in Foster Care: Grant Program

This act aims to improve the situation of siblings in foster care, especially large groups, those with wide age ranges, or complex needs. It establishes a grant program to encourage the development of specialized foster care programs, allowing siblings to remain together. This initiative offers children in difficult situations a better chance to grow up together, potentially enhancing their development and emotional stability.
Key points
A new grant program supports the creation of specialized foster care programs for sibling groups.
The goal is to ensure siblings, especially those with challenges, can be placed together in foster care.
The program will run for 5 years, allocating up to $10 million for the development of these programs.
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Additional Information
Protecting Sibling Relationships in Foster Care Act
Print number: HR 755
Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Process start date: 2023-02-02