H.R. 5403 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Safe and Timely Interstate Placement of Foster Children Act of 2006
H.R. 5403 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) became law — introduced on May 17, 2006, sponsored by Tom DeLay with 10 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 17, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 10
- Policy area
- Families
- Public law
- Public Law 109-239
What it does
Safe and Timely Interstate Placement of Foster Children Act of 2006 - Amends the Social Security Act to require each state plan for foster care and adoption assistance to provide that the state shall: (1) have in effect procedures for orderly and timely interstate placement of children; (2) complete home studies requested by another state within a specified period; (3) accept such studies received from another state; and (4) n…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Tom DeLay (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 6 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 17, 2006
- Passed the HouseMay 24, 2006
- Passed the SenateJun 23, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentJun 29, 2006
- Became lawJul 3, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-239. (Jul 3, 2006)
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