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National Foster Care Month: Supporting Children and Families in the System.

This House Resolution designates May as National Foster Care Month to raise awareness about challenges faced by children in foster care. It encourages Congress to implement policies improving the lives of children in or at risk of entering the system. The goal is to ensure safe, loving, and permanent homes for these children.
Key points
Emphasizes the need for safe and permanent homes for all children, especially those in foster care.
Calls for investment in prevention and reunification services to reduce the number of children entering the foster care system.
Recognizes the crucial role of foster parents, social workers, and advocates in the lives of children in foster care.
Encourages support for kinship caregivers, who often provide greater stability for children in foster care.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_390
Sponsor: Rep. Kamlager-Dove, Sydney [D-CA-37]
Process start date: 2025-05-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in, or at risk of entering, the foster care system.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_390.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Emphasizes the need for safe and permanent homes for all children, especially those in foster care.
  • Calls for investment in prevention and reunification services to reduce the number of children entering the foster care system.
  • Recognizes the crucial role of foster parents, social workers, and advocates in the lives of children in foster care.
  • Encourages support for kinship caregivers, who often provide greater stability for children in foster care.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Kamlager-Dove, Sydney [D-CA-37].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

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