Foster Youth and Driving Act

Foster Youth and Driving Act

This bill expands state foster care and adoption assistance programs to provide driving preparation assistance to foster youth and related training for foster parents. The bill further directs assistance to states and tribal organizations for age-appropriate foster youth to, among other things, obtain automobile insurance, complete driver's education, obtain a driver's license, and purchase a vehicle.

Bill 118 HR 1446, also known as the Foster Youth and Driving Act, aims to provide support and assistance to foster youth who are learning to drive. The bill recognizes that foster youth face unique challenges when it comes to obtaining a driver's license and gaining the necessary skills and experience to drive safely.

The bill proposes several key provisions to help foster youth navigate the process of obtaining a driver's license. It would require states to waive certain fees associated with obtaining a driver's license for foster youth, such as application fees and testing fees. Additionally, the bill would provide funding for driver's education programs specifically tailored to the needs of foster youth.

Furthermore, the bill seeks to address the issue of insurance coverage for foster youth who are learning to drive. It would require states to provide information and resources to help foster youth obtain affordable insurance coverage, as well as establish a grant program to assist with the cost of insurance premiums for foster youth. Overall, the Foster Youth and Driving Act aims to remove barriers and provide support for foster youth as they learn to drive, ultimately helping them gain independence and mobility. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards empowering foster youth to succeed in this important aspect of their lives.