Bills · HR 7419
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7419Families
Foster Care Stabilization Act of 2026
INTRO FEB 9· LAST ACTION FEB 9
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to address immediate crises faced by young people within the foster care system, particularly those who are in transition or awaiting a permanent placement. These youth often lack basic necessities or consistent support, which can lead to instability and further challenges. If this bill becomes law, it would provide direct funding to organizations to fill these gaps, offering emergency relief like clothing, food, and critical support services during vulnerable times.
Without this bill, foster youth in these situations might continue to experience delays in receiving essential items and consistent support. The current system may not adequately cover specific "pre-placement" needs or immediate emergencies this bill aims to tackle. By offering targeted grants, the bill aims to improve the safety, well-being, and stability of foster youth, potentially reducing the number of times they have to move between homes.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a demonstration grant program to award three grants, each up to $1,000,000, to foster care stabilization agencies.
This creates a specific, funded mechanism to test new ways of supporting foster youth in vulnerable situations.
PROVISION 02
Grant funds can be used for emergency relief, including clothing (up to $250 per youth per year), food, hiring personnel, and preventing child abuse and neglect.
This ensures direct, tangible support for the basic needs and safety of foster youth during critical transitions.
PROVISION 03
Requires the Secretary to make special efforts to publicly disseminate grant application information, particularly to rural areas, Indian Tribes, and Native Hawaiian organizations.
This aims to ensure that agencies serving often-underserved populations have an equal opportunity to apply for and receive funding.
PROVISION 04
Defines "foster youth" as individuals in foster care up to 26 years of age and "home transfer" as any change in a foster youth's placement.
These definitions broaden the scope of who can be helped and what instability factors are tracked, reflecting a more comprehensive view of foster care needs.
PROVISION 05
Mandates a report to Congress detailing how grant funds were used, including specific data on clothing provided, case outcomes, and the number of home transfers.
This provides transparency and allows for evaluation of the program's effectiveness and its impact on foster youth stability.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 3
R· Nebraska
YRS IN OFFICE
9
BILLS LED
51
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 66%
DEM 2 REP 1 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 9
Introduced in House
FEB 9
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7419
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 9, 2026
Last actionFeb 9, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 9, 2026
House BillHR 7419Families
Foster Care Stabilization Act of 2026
INTRODUCED FEB 9, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 9, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
3
COMPLEXITY
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