HI SB2878

Extends the age deadline for former foster youth to apply for higher education financial assistance from age 22 to age 26, with applications required six months before turning 27.

Clarifies that higher education stipends (formerly called "board allowances") can be applied to all related higher education costs, not just room and board.

Expands eligibility for the Young Adult Voluntary Foster Care Program to include youth under voluntary foster custody or court-ordered temporary foster custody, in addition to permanent custody.

Clarifies that guardians and adoptive parents must be unwilling to provide emotional and financial support for youth to remain eligible under the program.

Repeals the requirement for the department to submit annual reports to the legislature on the Young Adult Voluntary Foster Care Program.