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To amend part E of title IV of the Social Security Act, to require States to guarantee legal representation to children and parents involved in child protection proceedings, under the program of Federal payments for foster care, prevention, and permanency, and for other purposes.
5/22/2026, 8:07 AM
Summary of Bill HR 8997
H.R. 8997 introduced in the 119th Congress on May 21, 2026, aims to amend part E of title IV of the Social Security Act by mandating states to ensure legal representation for children and parents in child protection proceedings within the federal foster care, prevention, and permanency payment program, along with other unspecified purposes.
Current Status of Bill HR 8997
Bill HR 8997 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8997 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 21, 2026. Bill HR 8997's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of May 21, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8997
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8997
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8997
To amend part E of title IV of the Social Security Act, to require States to guarantee legal representation to children and parents involved in child protection proceedings, under the program of Federal payments for foster care, prevention, and permanency, and for other purposes.
To amend part E of title IV of the Social Security Act, to require States to guarantee legal representation to children and parents involved in child protection proceedings, under the program of Federal payments for foster care, prevention, and permanency, and for other purposes.
Comments
Sarah Nguyen
785
12 days ago
I think it's about time they did something about this. It's important for everyone to have a fair shot, especially in situations like this. And did you know that this bill also includes provisions for training programs for legal representatives? It's a step in the right direction for sure.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8997
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