Bills · HR 7432
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7432Adoption and foster careLow- and moderate-income housing
Fostering the Future Act
INTRO FEB 9· LAST ACTION MAY 20
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 4 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it tackles the critical issue of homelessness and housing instability among young adults who have aged out of the foster care system. Without stable housing, these youth often struggle with education, employment, and overall well-being, making it harder for them to become self-sufficient members of society. If this bill becomes law, it would provide a more direct and coordinated approach to address their housing needs, potentially reducing homelessness rates and improving long-term outcomes for these vulnerable individuals.
Currently, many young people leaving foster care face a fragmented system where child welfare services and housing assistance programs operate separately, creating gaps in support. This bill aims to bridge that gap by promoting collaboration between federal and state agencies, allowing existing funds to be used more flexibly for housing support, and extending the eligibility age for services. Without this bill, the current challenges of housing insecurity for former foster youth would likely persist, continuing to hinder their successful transition to adulthood.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allows states to use independent living funds for housing supportive services for eligible youth transitioning out of foster care.
This directly enables states to address the immediate housing needs and skills gaps for foster youth, helping them secure and maintain stable housing.
PROVISION 02
Extends eligibility for housing supportive services to youth up to 26 years of age.
This provides a longer safety net for young adults who often face extended challenges in achieving full independence after leaving foster care.
PROVISION 03
Requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to issue joint guidance for better coordination between state child welfare and housing agencies.
This aims to streamline access to housing and support services by improving communication and collaboration between relevant government entities.
PROVISION 04
Changes the calculation of the 30% room and board spending cap for states, allowing an average over five fiscal years instead of a strict annual limit.
This gives states more flexibility in how they budget and spend their independent living funds, potentially allowing more investment in housing support.
PROVISION 05
Directs HHS, in consultation with HUD, to submit a report to Congress on data, outcomes, and recommendations for foster youth housing within three years.
This ensures ongoing oversight and data collection to assess the effectiveness of programs and identify further improvements for supporting foster youth.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 6
R· Illinois
YRS IN OFFICE
11
BILLS LED
38
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 66%
DEM 2 REP 4 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
17 EVENTSMAY 20
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
MAY 19
Mr. Smith (MO) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
MAY 19
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3558-3564)
MAY 19
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 7432.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7432
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedFeb 9, 2026
Last actionMay 20, 2026
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 9, 2026
House BillHR 7432Adoption and foster careLow- and moderate-income housing
Fostering the Future Act
INTRODUCED FEB 9, 2026· LAST ACTION MAY 20, 2026
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READING
13 min
COSPONSORS
6
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