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US Senate Supports National Adoption Day and Month Goals.

The US Senate expresses strong support for National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month, highlighting the urgent need to find permanent, loving families for the 114,000 children currently awaiting adoption in the foster care system. This resolution aims to boost public awareness about adoption and encourages citizens to consider this path to secure safety and well-being for all children. It notes that thousands of children age out of the system annually without finding a permanent home.
Key points
Increased Awareness: Encourages citizens to learn about the adoption process and consider adopting a child from foster care to reduce the number of waiting children.
Focus on Children: Highlights that 114,000 children in the US need permanent homes, emphasizing that adoption provides them with safety, stability, and lasting family connections.
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Additional Information
A resolution expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.
Print number: SRES 471
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2023-11-16
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about US Senate Supports National Adoption Day and Month Goals.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is SRES 471.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Awareness: Encourages citizens to learn about the adoption process and consider adopting a child from foster care to reduce the number of waiting children.
  • Focus on Children: Highlights that 114,000 children in the US need permanent homes, emphasizing that adoption provides them with safety, stability, and lasting family connections.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

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 Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5558; text: CR S5554)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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