Expressing support for the designation of October 2025 as "National Foster Youth Voice Month".
Summary
This resolution proposes the formal designation of October 2025 as National Foster Youth Voice Month. The measure aims to highlight the importance of listening to the experiences and perspectives of young people currently or formerly in the foster care system. By establishing this month, the resolution seeks to encourage policymakers, child welfare agencies, and the public to prioritize the input of foster youth when making decisions that affect their lives and well-being.
As a non-binding resolution, this measure does not have the force of law and would not create new programs, mandates, or federal funding. Instead, it serves as a formal statement of support from the House of Representatives. If passed, its primary impact would be to raise public awareness and promote advocacy efforts centered on improving the foster care system through the direct involvement of the youth it serves.
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