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Promoting Strong Native Families and Children Act

6/9/2026, 5:23 AM

Summary of Bill S 4638

This bill in the 119th Congress, designated as S. 4638, aims to eliminate administrative obstacles hindering the involvement of Indian tribes in Federal child welfare programs. Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance Federal financial support for tribal child welfare initiatives.

Current Status of Bill S 4638

Bill S 4638 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 21, 2026. Bill S 4638 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on May 21, 2026.  Bill S 4638's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of May 21, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4638

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4638

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4638

A bill to remove administrative barriers to participation of Indian tribes in Federal child welfare programs, and increase Federal funding for tribal child welfare programs, and for other purposes.
A bill to remove administrative barriers to participation of Indian tribes in Federal child welfare programs, and increase Federal funding for tribal child welfare programs, and for other purposes.

Comments

Brayan Arnold profile image

Brayan Arnold

908

19 days ago

I'm really glad to see this bill aiming to remove barriers for Indian tribes in Federal child welfare programs and increase funding for tribal child welfare. It's important to support and empower these communities to ensure the well-being of Native American children. #SupportTribalChildWelfare

Ronan Sharma profile image

Ronan Sharma

841

9 hours ago

I heard about this new bill, and I'm wondering who benefits from it?