Chuck Grassley (R-IA)
A resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system and to encourage Congress to implement policies to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.
A Republican resolution with 5 Democratic cosponsors · See all 15 cosponsors
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2312-2313)
Adopted
The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.
Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent
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The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes May 2026 as National Foster Care Month. It serves to raise awareness regarding the various challenges faced by children currently in the foster care system. The resolution encourages Congress to implement specific policies aimed at improving the lives of these children. Additionally, it designates May 31, 2026, as National Foster Parent Appreciation Day. Through these designations, the Senate seeks to honor the dedication of caregivers, workers, and advocates. Finally, the resolution reaffirms the necessity of improving outcomes through various support and transition initiatives.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +5
Would children be better off under this?
The resolution seeks to improve the lives of children in foster care through better prevention, reunification, and adoption policies.
- Scored +4
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The resolution emphasizes supporting the successful transition into adulthood for youth aging out of the foster care system.
- Scored +3
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The resolution encourages support for vulnerable families to prevent entry into the foster care system.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Child Outcomes: The resolution encourages Congress to implement policies designed to support vulnerable families, prevent entry into the system, promote adoption, and facilitate successful transitions into adulthood. (Resolution Section 10)
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Recognition of Caregivers: By designating May 31, 2026, as National Foster Parent Appreciation Day, the resolution provides an opportunity to recognize the efforts of foster parents providing care for children in need. (Resolution Section 8 & 9)
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Support for Aging-Out Youth: The resolution aims to support initiatives that facilitate a successful transition into adulthood for youth who age out of the foster care system. (Resolution Section 10, Part E)
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Support for Family Reunification: The resolution reaffirms the need for initiatives to reunite families in cases where it is in the best interest of the child. (Resolution Section 10, Part B)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are identified within the text of this resolution.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — The resolution seeks to improve the lives of children in foster care through better prevention, reunification, and adoption policies. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution emphasizes supporting the successful transition into adulthood for youth aging out of the foster care system. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution encourages support for vulnerable families to prevent entry into the foster care system. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution acknowledges the specific disparities faced by children of color within the foster care system. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The resolution notes the unique needs of children in the foster care system, including those with special needs.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make housing cost less? — The resolution notes that youth aging out of foster care frequently struggle to secure affordable housing. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The resolution advocates for policies to support vulnerable families and improve outcomes for foster youth facing economic instability. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution acknowledges that children of color are more likely to stay in the foster care system longer and are less likely to be reunited with biological families.
- Education And Technology
- Does this make college cost less? — The resolution acknowledges that youth aging out of foster care face difficulties in pursuing higher education.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The resolution highlights the needs of foster youth who struggle to obtain health insurance upon aging out of the system.
- 5/18/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/14/2026
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2312-2313)
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2313; text: CR S2312-2313)
- 14 Cosponsors added.
- Bill introduced.
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