Proposal:Continued State Flexibility to Assist Older Foster Youth Act

This proposal is archived and closed to further debate. It was introduced in the 117th Congress, which has concluded, and the bill was not enacted into law.

Bill	S 3078
Type of Legislation	Senate Bill
Congress	117
Status	Archived — 117th Congress concluded
Source	View original on Congress.gov

Geographic Scope

National

Description

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.

Bill Title

Continued State Flexibility to Assist Older Foster Youth Act

Linked Goals

• Goal:Promote General Welfare

Steps

• 2021-10-26: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
• 2021-10-26: Introduced in Senate

Projected Outcome

A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.