S.Res. 203 (112th): A resolution recognizing “National Foster Care Month” as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.

Introduced:
May 26, 2011 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Sen. Mary Landrieu [D-LA]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)

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Status

This simple resolution was agreed to on May 26, 2011. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced May 26, 2011
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) May 26, 2011
Cosponsors
16 cosponsors (11D, 5R) (show)
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Last updated May 26, 2011.
4 pages

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5/26/2011--Passed Senate without amendment.
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced.
The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children in the foster care system face.
Encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.
Supports the designation of May as National Foster Care Month. Acknowledges the special needs of children in the foster care system.
Honors the commitment and dedication of the individuals who work tirelessly to provide assistance and services to children in the foster care system.
Reaffirms the need to continue working to improve the outcomes of all children in the foster care system through title IV of the Social Security Act and other programs.

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Slip Laws

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  • Public Law 110-351

United States Code

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  • Title 42: THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE
  • Chapter 7: SOCIAL SECURITY
  • Subchapter IV: GRANTS TO STATES FOR AID AND SERVICES TO NEEDY FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AND FOR CHILD-WELFARE SERVICES
  • Part A: Block Grants to States for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
  • Section 601: Purpose

Statutes at Large

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  • 122 Stat. 3949