Congress·Reported·H.R. 7463

Foster Youth Postsecondary Education Access and Success Act

Foster Youth: Increased College and Job Training Vouchers

Feb 10·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

Next up: The House

The House Committee on Ways and Means reported this bill on May 6, 2026, and it is now waiting for a vote by the full House of Representatives. While the bill successfully passed the committee stage, it must still be scheduled for a floor vote by House leadership to move forward. It is considered active, but it will need to secure time on the busy House schedule to progress further.

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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.

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Milestones

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May 7, 2026House

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 555.

The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.

May 7, 2026House

Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 119-638.

Apr 29, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 39 - 0.

The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.

Apr 29, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Feb 10, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

No votes or news coverage recorded for this bill yet.

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 ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 555.

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