To amend parts B and E of title IV of the Social Security Act to improve foster and adoptive parent recruitment and retention, and for other purposes.

1/22/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Bill 119 hr 579, also known as the "Foster and Adoptive Parent Recruitment and Retention Act," aims to make improvements to the foster care and adoption system in the United States. The bill specifically focuses on amending parts B and E of title IV of the Social Security Act.

One of the key goals of this legislation is to enhance the recruitment and retention of foster and adoptive parents. This is important because there is a significant need for more individuals and families to provide loving and stable homes for children in the foster care system. By improving the recruitment process and providing support for current foster and adoptive parents, the bill seeks to increase the number of available homes for children in need.

In addition to addressing recruitment and retention, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the foster care and adoption system. These may include measures to improve the quality of care provided to children in foster care, increase access to services and support for foster and adoptive families, and enhance oversight and accountability within the system. Overall, Bill 119 hr 579 represents a bipartisan effort to make meaningful improvements to the foster care and adoption system in the United States. By focusing on recruitment and retention of foster and adoptive parents, as well as other important aspects of the system, the bill aims to better serve the needs of children in foster care and promote positive outcomes for families involved in the system.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 579

Introduced on
2025-01-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Bill 119 hr 579, also known as the "Foster and Adoptive Parent Recruitment and Retention Act," aims to make improvements to the foster care and adoption system in the United States. The bill specifically focuses on amending parts B and E of title IV of the Social Security Act.

One of the key goals of this legislation is to enhance the recruitment and retention of foster and adoptive parents. This is important because there is a significant need for more individuals and families to provide loving and stable homes for children in the foster care system. By improving the recruitment process and providing support for current foster and adoptive parents, the bill seeks to increase the number of available homes for children in need.

In addition to addressing recruitment and retention, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the foster care and adoption system. These may include measures to improve the quality of care provided to children in foster care, increase access to services and support for foster and adoptive families, and enhance oversight and accountability within the system. Overall, Bill 119 hr 579 represents a bipartisan effort to make meaningful improvements to the foster care and adoption system in the United States. By focusing on recruitment and retention of foster and adoptive parents, as well as other important aspects of the system, the bill aims to better serve the needs of children in foster care and promote positive outcomes for families involved in the system.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend parts B and E of title IV of the Social Security Act to improve foster and adoptive parent recruitment and retention, and for other purposes.

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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.