Foster Youth and Driving Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-21T09:05:57Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1446 Foster Youth and Driving Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Families. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/21/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1446

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.

Congressional Summary of HR 1446

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.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1446

Bill HR 1446 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 8, 2023. Bill HR 1446 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 8, 2023. Bill HR 1446's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1446

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1446

Primary Policy Focus

Families

Potential Impact Areas

Adoption and foster careChild safety and welfareCongressional oversightGovernment information and archivesIndian social and development programsLicensing and registrationsMotor vehiclesState and local government operationsTransportation programs funding

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1446

Foster Youth and Driving ActFoster Youth and Driving ActTo amend title IV of the Social Security Act to expand foster parent training and authorize new appropriations to support the obtainment of a driver's license.

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