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Family Stability and Kinship Care Act of 2015 (H.R.3781)
April 8, 2016

Rep. Lloyd Doggett [D-TX-35]

This legislation prioritizes families and kinship care placements for youth entering foster care. The legislation also provides authorized funding for family counseling and parenting skills training, enabling families to stay together in care.

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Foster Youth Independence Act of 2015 (H.R.3160)
April 8, 2016

Rep. Karen Bass [D-CA-37]

This legislation expands the John H. Chafee Foster Care Independence Program(link is external) to foster youth alumni until age 23, providing support and assistance for youth who age out of the child welfare system.

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114th Congress Legislation

Last updated April 8, 2016