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Expressing support for the designation of September 2021 as "National Kinship Care Month".
12/31/2022, 5:36 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 659
Bill 117 H.Res. 659, also known as the "National Kinship Care Month" resolution, aims to express support for designating September 2021 as a month to recognize and honor kinship caregivers. Kinship caregivers are individuals who provide care and support to children who are unable to live with their biological parents, often due to various circumstances such as abuse, neglect, or substance abuse.
The resolution highlights the important role that kinship caregivers play in providing stability and love to children in need. It acknowledges the sacrifices and challenges that kinship caregivers face, as well as the positive impact they have on the lives of the children they care for.
By designating September 2021 as "National Kinship Care Month," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the importance of kinship care and to promote support and resources for kinship caregivers. It also aims to recognize the resilience and strength of kinship families and to celebrate the bonds of love and support that exist within these families. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 659 is a bipartisan effort to honor and support kinship caregivers and to ensure that they receive the recognition and assistance they deserve for their vital role in providing care and stability to vulnerable children.
The resolution highlights the important role that kinship caregivers play in providing stability and love to children in need. It acknowledges the sacrifices and challenges that kinship caregivers face, as well as the positive impact they have on the lives of the children they care for.
By designating September 2021 as "National Kinship Care Month," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the importance of kinship care and to promote support and resources for kinship caregivers. It also aims to recognize the resilience and strength of kinship families and to celebrate the bonds of love and support that exist within these families. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 659 is a bipartisan effort to honor and support kinship caregivers and to ensure that they receive the recognition and assistance they deserve for their vital role in providing care and stability to vulnerable children.
Congressional Summary of HRES 659
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Kinship Care Month and encourages Congress to work to improve outcomes for kinship caregivers and their families.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 659
Bill HRES 659 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 20, 2021. Bill HRES 659 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 20, 2021. Bill HRES 659's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support. as of September 20, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 659
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 659
Primary Policy Focus
FamiliesPotential Impact Areas
- Adoption and foster care
- Child care and development
- Child safety and welfare
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Congressional tributes
- Family relationships
- Family services
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 659
Expressing support for the designation of September 2021 as "National Kinship Care Month".
Expressing support for the designation of September 2021 as "National Kinship Care Month".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 659
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