This resolution expresses strong support for designating October 2025 as "National Foster Youth Voice Month" to highlight the experiences, needs, and achievements of young people impacted by the foster care system. It emphasizes that the voices of youth who have experienced foster care are crucial for shaping effective policies and practices that directly affect their lives, noting that organizations in over 35 states already empower these young people to advocate for systemic change. The House of Representatives resolves to encourage public awareness and participation in youth-led initiatives, while also acknowledging the significant contributions and resilience of youth in foster care. It urges federal recognition of this awareness month and celebrates policy victories driven by young people with lived experience, advocating for legislative bodies to incorporate such valuable insights into lawmaking to improve outcomes for foster youth.
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Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
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Expressing support for the designation of October 2025 as "National Foster Youth Voice Month".
USA119th CongressHRES-851| House
| Updated: 10/31/2025
This resolution expresses strong support for designating October 2025 as "National Foster Youth Voice Month" to highlight the experiences, needs, and achievements of young people impacted by the foster care system. It emphasizes that the voices of youth who have experienced foster care are crucial for shaping effective policies and practices that directly affect their lives, noting that organizations in over 35 states already empower these young people to advocate for systemic change. The House of Representatives resolves to encourage public awareness and participation in youth-led initiatives, while also acknowledging the significant contributions and resilience of youth in foster care. It urges federal recognition of this awareness month and celebrates policy victories driven by young people with lived experience, advocating for legislative bodies to incorporate such valuable insights into lawmaking to improve outcomes for foster youth.