Increasing Access to Foster Care Through Age 21 Act
Reps. Chu and Houchin Introduce the Increasing Access to Foster Care Through Age 21 Act
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being sent to the House Committee on Ways and Means for review. It is considered active, but no future hearings or votes have been scheduled yet. There is no companion bill currently linked to this proposal.
Legislative Progress
The bill has support from both Democrats and Republicans, which helps its chances. However, many bills like this struggle to get a final vote because they involve complex changes to state laws.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Life & Work
The bill's findings note that extended foster care reduces the likelihood of youth pregnancy at ages 19 and 21 by 7% and 12%, respectively. By providing stable housing and support services, the policy helps young people delay parenthood until they are better prepared financially and emotionally.
“reduced the likelihood of youth pregnancy at ages 19 and 21 by 7 percent and 12 percent, respectively”
Programs
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Increasing Access to Foster Care Through Age 21 Act
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