HB8498Introduced in the House
Increasing Access to Foster Care Through Age 21 Act
Introduced by Judy Chu, District CA-28
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To provide an incentive for States to extend child welfare support and services for youth through 21 years of age, and to allow youth to re-enter foster care after attaining 18 years of age, both without regard to the AFDC eligibility of their parents or legal guardians, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
April 27, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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