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Foster Youth: Increased College and Job Training Vouchers

Also known as: Foster Youth Postsecondary Education Access and Success Act

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Key Points

  • This bill, introduced by Ms. Chu and Mr. Moran, would more than double the maximum amount of money foster youth can receive for college or job training. The current limit of $5,000 per year would increase to $12,000 to help cover the rising costs of tuition, books, and housing.
  • It creates a grace period for students who might hit a rough patch. If a student faces a difficult situation, states could let them stay in the program and keep their funding while they get back on track, rather than cutting them off immediately.
  • The bill requires states to create a simple, electronic application form that is easy for young people to use. It also mandates that states do a better job of telling foster youth that this money is available so they do not miss out on help they qualify for.
  • These changes would take effect one year after the bill is signed into law. The goal is to make it easier for foster youth to finish their degrees or training programs by providing more financial stability and less paperwork.

Milestones

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Feb 10, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Feb 10, 2026

Introduced in House

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Foster Youth Postsecondary Education Access and Success Act

Bill NumberHR 7463
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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