Informing Grandfamilies Act

Senate Bill 4443 - Informing Grandfamilies Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2022-12-29T17:48:34Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 4443 Informing Grandfamilies Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Families. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 5:48 PM

Congressional Summary of S 4443

Informing Grandfamilies Act

This bill requires states to notify kinship caregivers (e.g., grandparents or other relatives caring for a minor child) about (1) the care and placement options under federal, state, and local laws; (2) the requirements to become a foster family home; (3) whether the state has elected to make guardianship assistance payments; and (4) other policies under the state program that may assist such caregivers.

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Current Status of Bill S 4443

Bill S 4443 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2022. Bill S 4443 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2022. Bill S 4443's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of June 22, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4443

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4443

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Families

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4443

Informing Grandfamilies Act

A bill to amend title IV of the Social Security Act to require States to provide information about available benefits and services to kinship caregivers.