United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

SRES 462 — A resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges faced by children in the foster care system, acknowledging the dedication of foster care parents, advocates, and workers, and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.

Last action — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S3689-3690)

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Summary

Recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children in the foster care system face. Encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system. Supports the designation of May as National Foster Care Month.

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Action History

  1. Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S3689-3690)

  2. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3689-3690)

  3. Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3236)

  4. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3237-3238)

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SRES 462 do?
Recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children in the foster care system face. Encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system. Supports the designation of May as National Foster Care Month.
Who sponsors SRES 462?
SRES 462 is sponsored by Mary Landrieu (Democrat).
What is the current status of SRES 462?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track SRES 462?
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