Foster Youth Mentoring Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-12-20T09:05:48Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3443 Foster Youth Mentoring Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Families. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/20/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3443

Bill 118 HR 3443, also known as the Foster Youth Mentoring Act of 2023, aims to provide support and guidance to foster youth through mentoring programs. The bill recognizes the unique challenges faced by foster youth as they transition into adulthood and seeks to address these challenges by connecting them with caring and supportive mentors.

The bill outlines the requirements for mentoring programs, including the need for mentors to undergo background checks and training to ensure the safety and well-being of the foster youth. It also establishes a grant program to provide funding for mentoring programs that serve foster youth.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of tracking and evaluating the effectiveness of mentoring programs in order to ensure that foster youth are receiving the support they need to succeed. This includes collecting data on outcomes such as educational attainment, employment, and overall well-being of the foster youth. Overall, the Foster Youth Mentoring Act of 2023 aims to provide foster youth with the support and guidance they need to navigate the challenges of transitioning into adulthood. By connecting them with caring mentors and providing funding for mentoring programs, the bill seeks to improve outcomes for foster youth and help them reach their full potential.

Congressional Summary of HR 3443

Foster Youth Mentoring Act of 2023

This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants for programs that provide mentoring for children in foster care and children with experience in foster care.

Mentoring under such programs must match youth with appropriately screened and trained adult or peer volunteers and involve regular meetings designed to last for at least one year.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3443

Bill HR 3443 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3443 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 17, 2023. Bill HR 3443's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3443

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3443

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Families

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3443

Foster Youth Mentoring Act of 2023

To support the establishment or expansion and operation of programs using a network of public and private community entities to provide mentoring for children and youth with experience in foster care.