Bills · S 3802
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3802Families
Foster Care Stabilization Act of 2026
INTRO FEB 9· LAST ACTION FEB 9
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a critical need for immediate support and stability for young people in the foster care system, particularly those experiencing the uncertainty of waiting for a placement. Many foster youth face significant challenges, including a lack of basic necessities, frequent changes in living situations (called 'home transfers'), and insufficient support during crucial developmental years. If this bill becomes law, it could provide direct financial and practical aid to vulnerable youth, potentially reducing trauma and improving their chances for a more stable future.
Without this bill, foster care stabilization agencies would continue to rely on existing, potentially strained, funding sources for these specific types of emergency and pre-placement services. The bill offers a dedicated, although limited, new stream of funding to directly tackle issues like lack of clothing, food insecurity, and the need for better support structures during transitions, which are real problems many foster youth face.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-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 new funding opportunity for local organizations to provide direct support to foster youth.
PROVISION 02
Funds must be used to provide emergency relief to foster youth and improve services for youth waiting for placement.
This focuses resources on immediate needs and stabilizing support for a vulnerable population.
PROVISION 03
Allows grant funds to be used for hiring staff, providing clothing (up to $250/year/youth), food, and other emergency assistance.
This provides specific examples of how the money can address practical, urgent needs for foster youth.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Secretary to submit a report to Congress detailing how the grants were used, including case outcomes and home transfer data.
This ensures accountability and allows Congress to evaluate the effectiveness of the program.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 1
R· Nebraska
YRS IN OFFICE
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BILLS LED
34
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DEM 1 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 9
Introduced in Senate
FEB 9
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3802
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 9, 2026
Last actionFeb 9, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FINANCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 9, 2026
Senate BillS 3802Families
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
1
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