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BillHR 7463 · 119

Foster Youth Postsecondary Education Access and Success Act

Introduced
Feb 10, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 7, 2026

Bill Summary

Expands access to postsecondary education for foster youth by providing them with support and resources to succeed in college. Funds programs that help foster youth complete their degrees.

Sponsored By

Judy Chu
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 10, 2026
  4. May 7, 2026You Are Here

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects foster youth, providing them with increased access to higher education and support services to help them complete their postsecondary education. It particularly benefits current and former foster care students who face unique challenges in pursuing higher education.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
2backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 100%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Cosponsors (1)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedFeb 10, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 7, 2026
Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 555.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.