Fostering Family Cohesion Nationwide Act

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.
Bill 118 HR 6437, also known as the Fostering Family Cohesion Nationwide Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote and support family cohesion and stability across the country.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding to organizations that work to strengthen family relationships and promote healthy family dynamics. These organizations may include community centers, non-profit organizations, and faith-based groups that offer services and support to families in need.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase access to family counseling and therapy services for families facing challenges such as divorce, substance abuse, or domestic violence. By providing resources and support to families in crisis, the bill seeks to prevent the breakdown of family units and promote healthier relationships. Furthermore, the Fostering Family Cohesion Nationwide Act includes provisions to support foster families and promote adoption as a means of providing stable and loving homes for children in need. This includes funding for training and support services for foster parents, as well as incentives for families to adopt children from the foster care system. Overall, the Fostering Family Cohesion Nationwide Act is aimed at promoting strong, healthy families and providing support to those in need. By investing in programs and services that strengthen family relationships and promote stability, the bill seeks to improve outcomes for children and families across the country.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 6437

Introduced on
2023-11-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/15/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.
Bill 118 HR 6437, also known as the Fostering Family Cohesion Nationwide Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote and support family cohesion and stability across the country.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding to organizations that work to strengthen family relationships and promote healthy family dynamics. These organizations may include community centers, non-profit organizations, and faith-based groups that offer services and support to families in need.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase access to family counseling and therapy services for families facing challenges such as divorce, substance abuse, or domestic violence. By providing resources and support to families in crisis, the bill seeks to prevent the breakdown of family units and promote healthier relationships. Furthermore, the Fostering Family Cohesion Nationwide Act includes provisions to support foster families and promote adoption as a means of providing stable and loving homes for children in need. This includes funding for training and support services for foster parents, as well as incentives for families to adopt children from the foster care system. Overall, the Fostering Family Cohesion Nationwide Act is aimed at promoting strong, healthy families and providing support to those in need. By investing in programs and services that strengthen family relationships and promote stability, the bill seeks to improve outcomes for children and families across the country.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo extend eligibility for programs under title IV of the Social Security Act to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Social Welfare

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Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.