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S.RES.442: A resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about families
- Introduced May 13, 2014
- Latest Major Action May 13, 2014
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
15 (8 Democrats, 7 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children in the foster care system face. Encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system and maximize the number of children exiting foster care to the protection of safe, loving, and permanent families. Supports the designation of National Foster Care Month.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 13, 2014 |
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2957)
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| May 13, 2014 |
Introduced in the Senate by Mary L. Landrieu (D-La.) |