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Support for Kinship Care: September 2025 Designated as National Kinship Care Month

This House Resolution aims to designate September 2025 as "National Kinship Care Month." It highlights the vital role of grandparents, siblings, and other relatives in raising children who cannot live with their parents, thereby easing the burden on the foster care system and saving taxpayer money. Citizens should be aware that this resolution seeks to increase support for these families, ensuring children can thrive in safe and loving environments.
Key points
Designation of September 2025 as "National Kinship Care Month" to honor and raise awareness about care provided by relatives.
Encouragement for Congress to enact policies that improve children's lives by supporting kinship families (grandparents, siblings, etc.) in their caregiving roles.
Emphasis that kinship care minimizes trauma for children, improves their behavioral and mental health outcomes, and provides a more stable environment than non-relative care.
Support for programs like Kinship Navigator, which help kinship caregivers access necessary resources and avoid poverty.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_771
Sponsor: Rep. Kamlager-Dove, Sydney [D-CA-37]
Process start date: 2025-09-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for the designation of September 2025 as "National Kinship Care Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_771.

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 2025-09-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of September 2025 as "National Kinship Care Month" to honor and raise awareness about care provided by relatives.
  • Encouragement for Congress to enact policies that improve children's lives by supporting kinship families (grandparents, siblings, etc.) in their caregiving roles.
  • Emphasis that kinship care minimizes trauma for children, improves their behavioral and mental health outcomes, and provides a more stable environment than non-relative care.
  • Support for programs like Kinship Navigator, which help kinship caregivers access necessary resources and avoid poverty.
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 2025-12-22.

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