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Children and Families Act: New Adoption and Foster Care Rules

This act introduces changes to protect children and families from discrimination in adoption and foster care processes. It provides states with greater flexibility regarding parental rights and improves the quality of legal services in child welfare cases, directly impacting family safety and stability.
Key points
Prohibits discrimination in adoption and foster care based on race, color, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity), religion, or national origin.
Grants states more flexibility in decisions regarding parental rights, emphasizing family support for safe reunification.
Enhances access to high-quality legal representation for all parties in child welfare cases, including children, parents, and caregivers.
Mandates training for judicial officers and child welfare staff on race, culture, and equity, involving individuals with lived experience in the foster care system.
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Print number: 118_HR_7664
Sponsor: Rep. Kamlager-Dove, Sydney [D-CA-37]
Process start date: 2024-03-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

21st Century Children and Families Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7664.

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 2024-03-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits discrimination in adoption and foster care based on race, color, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity), religion, or national origin.
  • Grants states more flexibility in decisions regarding parental rights, emphasizing family support for safe reunification.
  • Enhances access to high-quality legal representation for all parties in child welfare cases, including children, parents, and caregivers.
  • Mandates training for judicial officers and child welfare staff on race, culture, and equity, involving individuals with lived experience in the foster care system.
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. Kamlager-Dove, Sydney [D-CA-37].

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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