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Foster Youth Support: Emergency Relief and Improved Pre-Placement Services

This Act aims to improve the situation of young people in foster care by establishing a grant program. Foster care stabilization agencies will receive funds to provide emergency relief, such as clothing and food, and to enhance pre-placement services. This initiative seeks to stabilize the lives of these young individuals and reduce the number of placement changes.
Key points
Foster care stabilization agencies will receive up to $1 million to support foster youth.
Funds can be used for emergency relief, including clothing (up to $250 per youth annually), food, and food preparation equipment.
Support also covers services to prevent and respond to child abuse and neglect, and to promote safety and self-sufficiency.
The program aims to improve pre-placement services, potentially reducing the number of home transfers for foster youth.
Special outreach efforts for grants will target rural areas and Native American and Native Hawaiian communities.
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Print number: 118_HR_756
Sponsor: Rep. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2]
Process start date: 2023-02-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Foster Care Stabilization Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_756.

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 2023-02-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Foster care stabilization agencies will receive up to $1 million to support foster youth.
  • Funds can be used for emergency relief, including clothing (up to $250 per youth annually), food, and food preparation equipment.
  • Support also covers services to prevent and respond to child abuse and neglect, and to promote safety and self-sufficiency.
  • The program aims to improve pre-placement services, potentially reducing the number of home transfers for foster youth.
  • Special outreach efforts for grants will target rural areas and Native American and Native Hawaiian communities.
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. Bacon, Don [R-NE-2].

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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