To temporarily modify the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes.

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Explore the details of House Bill 6355 To temporarily modify the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Families. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/8/2022, 11:17 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 6355

This bill expands during FY2020 foster-care programs for older youth. Among other changes, the bill (1) increases the federal proportion of funding for foster-care services, (2) extends eligibility for such services through age 25, (3) suspends the limit on state expenditures on housing for youth who have aged out of foster care, and (4) suspends the five-year time limit on eligibility for older youth to receive education and training vouchers.

Additionally, state agencies must conduct outreach for enrollment in Medicaid to eligible individuals who have aged out of foster care.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6355

Bill HR 6355 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 23, 2020. Bill HR 6355 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on March 23, 2020. Bill HR 6355's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support. as of March 23, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6355

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6355

Primary Policy Focus

Families

Potential Impact Areas

- Adoption and foster care

- Child safety and welfare

- Elementary and secondary education

- Employment and training programs

- Family services

- Health care coverage and access

- Higher education

- Housing and community development funding

- Low- and moderate-income housing

- Medicaid

- Student aid and college costs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6355

To temporarily modify the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes.