H.R.4972

Create Accountable Respectful Environments (CARE) for Children Act

Introduced·8/15/25

The CARE for Children Act amends the Social Security Act to allow foster children to be placed in cottage family homes and makes them eligible for.

The CARE for Children Act amends part E of title IV of the Social Security Act to address the shortage of appropriate foster homes for children. It allows for the placement of foster children in cottage family homes and makes them eligible for foster care maintenance payments. The act also requires state plans to include cottage family homes and mandates specific standards for these homes, including a trauma-informed approach, prohibition of seclusion and certain restraints, and access to age-appropriate activities.

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History

Aug 15, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Aug 15, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.