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MD HB915
Bill
Status
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Terri Hill
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AI Summary
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Establishes a Workgroup on Aging Out of Foster Care composed of state agency designees (Human Services, Schools, Health, Housing), 15 young adults ages 18-24 who have aged out or are aging out of foster care, and representatives from 15 advocacy and service organizations
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Requires the workgroup to identify resources currently available to foster youth for achieving self-sufficiency, including housing, food, transportation, education, employment, healthcare, and disability services
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Directs evaluation of the effectiveness of current programs and identification of challenges youth face when transitioning out of foster care into adulthood
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Mandates a report of findings and recommendations to the General Assembly by June 1, 2027
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Takes effect June 1, 2026 and automatically sunsets on June 30, 2027
Legislative Description
Workgroup on Aging Out of Foster Care
Disabilities
Last Action
Hearing 3/19 at 1:00 p.m.
2/17/2026