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Federal Grants to End Juvenile Court Fees and Boost Youth Mental Health Services.

This bill establishes a federal grant program rewarding States that eliminate court fees, public defender costs, and detention fees imposed on youth and their families. The goal is to provide at-risk youth with better access to mental health services and diversion programs, limiting their involvement in the juvenile justice system. This aims to relieve financial burdens on low-income families and focus on support rather than financial penalties.
Key points
Participating States must legally prohibit charging youth or their parents for court administrative fees, public defender costs, or detention expenses.
The program authorizes $500 million annually for mental health services and programs designed to divert youth away from the formal justice system.
The law focuses on providing trauma-informed mental health care and support for vulnerable youth up to age 21.
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Print number: 118_S_2448
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2023-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Eliminating Debtor’s Prison for Kids Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2448.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Participating States must legally prohibit charging youth or their parents for court administrative fees, public defender costs, or detention expenses.
  • The program authorizes $500 million annually for mental health services and programs designed to divert youth away from the formal justice system.
  • The law focuses on providing trauma-informed mental health care and support for vulnerable youth up to age 21.
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. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

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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