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Additional Funding Under the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act

This Act, cited as the Family Strengthening Infrastructure Act of 2024, authorizes and appropriates additional funding under the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA). It provides $250 million annually for state grants to improve child protective services and another $250 million annually for community-based grants for the prevention of child abuse and neglect, for fiscal years 2025 through 2034. To receive these funds, states must maintain their spending for these purposes at a level equal to or greater than the previous fiscal year.
Key points
Protective Services Funding: $250 million annually (2025–2034) for grants to states to improve Child Protective Services.
Prevention Funding: $250 million annually (2025–2034) for community-based grants aimed at preventing child abuse and neglect.
Maintenance of Effort: States must demonstrate they will expend the same amount or more of state funds as they did in the previous fiscal year to be eligible for the grants.
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Print number: 118_S_3774
Sponsor: Sen. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2024-02-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Family Strengthening Infrastructure Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3774.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Protective Services Funding: $250 million annually (2025–2034) for grants to states to improve Child Protective Services.
  • Prevention Funding: $250 million annually (2025–2034) for community-based grants aimed at preventing child abuse and neglect.
  • Maintenance of Effort: States must demonstrate they will expend the same amount or more of state funds as they did in the previous fiscal year to be eligible for the grants.
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. Lujan, Ben Ray [D-NM].

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 2025-12-30.

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Family Public Investments