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US HR4299

US HR4299
Foster Care Stabilization Act


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Introduced
07/01/2021
In Committee
07/01/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-place- ment services offered by foster care stabilization agen- cies, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Foster Care Stabilization Act, directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a demonstration grant program to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve pre-placement services offered by foster care stabilization agencies. The bill authorizes $3,045,000 for fiscal year 2022 and allows the Secretary to award up to three grants of no more than $1 million each to foster care stabilization agencies for the purpose of providing emergency assistance, such as clothing, food, and support to prevent child abuse and neglect, as well as improving pre-placement services for foster youth waiting for placement. The bill also requires the Secretary to report to Congress on how the grant funds have been used and the outcomes for the foster youth who have benefited from the program.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. (on 07/01/2021)

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