EO 14359
Fostering the Future for American Children and Families
Government ReformHealthcareEducation
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Summary
This executive order directs the federal government to modernize the foster care system through improved data collection, technology adoption, and support for youth aging out of care. It also establishes initiatives to increase foster and adoptive parent recruitment, particularly from faith-based communities, and creates resources for former foster youth seeking education and employment opportunities.
Key Points
- 1Requires HHS to modernize state child welfare information systems within 180 days and publish annual performance scorecards measuring outcomes like reduced time in foster care and increased caregiver retention
- 2Establishes a 'Fostering the Future' initiative with an online platform to help youth transitioning out of foster care access federal, state, and local benefits including housing, education, employment, and healthcare
- 3Directs HHS to address state and local policies that restrict participation in federally-funded child welfare programs based on individuals' religious beliefs or other criteria
- 4Expands Education and Training Vouchers for foster youth and facilitates tax-credited scholarship donations for children in foster care
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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