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H.R.5661: Continued State Flexibility To Assist Older Foster Youth Act
About This Bill
- Introduced Oct. 21, 2021
- Latest Major Action Oct. 28, 2021
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
7 (3 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Versions
- Received in Senate - Oct. 28, 2021
- Engrossed in House - Oct. 27, 2021
- Introduced in House - Oct. 21, 2021
Bill Summary
Continued State Flexibility To Assist Older Foster Youth Act This bill temporarily extends certain flexibilities for states to assist older youth in foster care during the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes expanding through FY2022 eligibility for services until a child reaches age 27 and suspending until December 31, 2021, certain education and training requirements.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Oct. 28, 2021 |
Received in the Senate.
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| Oct. 27, 2021 |
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.
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| Oct. 27, 2021 |
Considered under suspension of the rules.
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| Oct. 27, 2021 |
Voice Vote in the HouseOn motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5937-5938) |
| Oct. 27, 2021 |
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5937-5940)
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| Oct. 27, 2021 |
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| Oct. 27, 2021 |
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5661.
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| Oct. 27, 2021 |
Mr. Davis, Danny K. moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
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| Oct. 21, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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| Oct. 21, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support.
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| Oct. 21, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Danny K. Davis (D-Ill.) |