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Foster Care Stabilization: Emergency Relief Grants for Youth Awaiting Placement.

This Act establishes a demonstration grant program to provide immediate financial and material support to youth in foster care (up to age 26). These grants, awarded to local stabilization agencies, aim to improve pre-placement services and cover essential needs like food, clothing, and other emergency expenses. The goal is to enhance the safety and self-sufficiency of young people awaiting permanent placement.
Key points
Establishes demonstration grants (up to $1 million each) for agencies providing emergency relief to foster youth.
Funds can be used for clothing (up to $250 per youth annually), food, hiring staff, and other necessary emergency assistance.
The program focuses on stabilizing the situation for foster youth (up to age 26) and reducing the frequency of placement transfers.
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Print number: 118_S_102
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Process start date: 2023-01-26
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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_S_102.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes demonstration grants (up to $1 million each) for agencies providing emergency relief to foster youth.
  • Funds can be used for clothing (up to $250 per youth annually), food, hiring staff, and other necessary emergency assistance.
  • The program focuses on stabilizing the situation for foster youth (up to age 26) and reducing the frequency of placement transfers.
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 Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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