HB151

Further providing for definitions; providing for RSDI benefits; and imposing duties on the Joint State Government Commission and the Department of Human Services.

Introduced·11/6/25

Pennsylvania HB151 amends the Children in Foster Care Act to enhance benefits for children in foster care.

HB151 amends the Children in Foster Care Act to enhance benefits for children in foster care. It mandates county agencies to screen children for eligibility for federal and state benefits, including Social Security and Supplemental Security Income, within 60 days of placement and annually thereafter. County agencies must ensure benefits are used in the child's best interest, avoiding asset limitations, and conserving funds in individual financial accounts.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

202 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 24

10:00 AM

Children & Youth (h) Hearing

History

Jul 1

House

Re-reported as committed

Jul 1

House

Second consideration, with amendments

Jul 1

House

Re-committed to Appropriations