21st Century Children and Families Act
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Nov 4, 2021)
21st Century Children and Families Act
This bill modifies the requirements for states receiving federal assistance for child welfare services.
Specifically, the bill expands the nondiscrimination requirements for state agencies involved in adoption or foster care placement. It also requires states to address disparities in access to services and extends the time line for modifying parental rights when a child is not in the care of a relative.
What just happenedNov 4, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseNov 4, 2021
- Nov 4, 2021Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support.
Work and Welfare Subcommittee - Nov 4, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Ways and Means Committee - Nov 4, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Nov 4, 2021IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House