ADOPT Act of 2025
Bill Summary
Establishes guidelines for the adoption of children from foster care, focusing on supporting adoptive families. Requires states to follow these guidelines to receive federal funding for adoption services.
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Bill Journey
- Nov 20, 2025
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The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects foster children and adoptive families, potentially increasing their chances of successful adoptions and providing more support services. It also impacts state child welfare agencies, which must comply with the new guidelines to receive federal funding.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic5
- Republican8
Documents
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Cosponsors (13)
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Bill Details
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