Bill > SRes516

This resolution affirms the need for a compassionate, transparent, and ethical approach to the United States foster care and adoption system. It highlights that over 340,000 children are currently in foster care, with more than 100,000 eligible for adoption, and acknowledges the challenges these children face, including potential trauma, placement instability, and educational disruption. The resolution emphasizes that the safety and well-being of children must be the primary consideration in all foster care and adoption decisions. It encourages federal, state, and local governments to strengthen policies that prioritize family preservation and reunification when safe, provide adequate training and support for caregivers, and improve oversight to prevent abuse. The resolution also recognizes the challenges faced by youth aging out of foster care, such as risks of homelessness and unemployment, and calls for support in areas like education, employment, housing, and mental health services. Ultimately, the resolution seeks to ensure that every child in the foster care system has the opportunity to thrive and make meaningful contributions to their community, honoring the commitment of foster parents, social workers, and child advocates in the process.

Health and Social Services

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/516/all-info