Bill > HB915

This bill establishes a Workgroup on Aging Out of Foster Care, comprised of state officials from departments like Human Services, Education, Health, and Housing, along with appointed individuals including youth who have experienced foster care, and representatives from various advocacy and service organizations. The Workgroup's primary purpose is to examine and identify the resources available to help young people who are transitioning out of the foster care system, known as "aging out," achieve self-sufficiency, and to assess the effectiveness and challenges of current programs. They will also explore what types of support these youth are most likely to use, investigate circumstances of county transfers during foster care, and identify successful programs that improve outcomes for these young adults. The Workgroup is tasked with submitting a report of its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly by July 1, 2027, and will be staffed by the State Citizens Review Board for Children, with stipends provided to youth members. This Act will be in effect from June 1, 2026, for approximately one year and one month.