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H.R. 5856

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21st Century Children and Families Act
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Committee
Latest Action · November 4, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support.
Congress
117th (2021–2023)
Introduced
November 4, 2021
Cosponsors (0)
None
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21st Century Children and Families Act This bill modifies the requirements for states receiving federal assistance for child welfare services. Specifically, the bill expands the nondiscrimination requirements for state agencies involved in adoption or foster care placement. It also requires states to address disparities in access to services and extends the time line for modifying parental rights when a child is not in the care of a relative.

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