What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 8799.
Grants to Strengthen Bonds Between Foster Children and Incarcerated Parents.
This Act authorizes federal grants to states to develop and implement programs focused on maintaining and improving meaningful relationships between children in foster care and their incarcerated parents. The goal is to enhance child well-being and placement stability by ensuring regular communication, in-person visits, and necessary support services. The funding aims to reduce financial barriers, such as transportation costs, for children visiting their parents.
Key points
Establishes federal demonstration grants (up to $35 million annually) for state partnerships (child welfare and corrections) to support parent-child relationships despite incarceration.
Requires programs to facilitate weekly communication and a minimum of 9 in-person visits per year, while reducing or eliminating costs for the foster child (e.g., transportation, lodging).
Mandates policy revisions in correctional facilities and child welfare agencies to ensure developmentally appropriate visitation and communication, and to include parents in case planning.
Status:
Expired
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