MI HR0218

Declares November 2025 as Adoption Month in Michigan

Recognizes three categories of adoption: private domestic adoption, adoption from foster care, and intercountry adoption

Notes approximately 2,745 children were adopted in Michigan in 2023, including 1,610 from foster care, 1,099 private domestic adoptions, and 36 intercountry adoptions

Acknowledges private domestic and intercountry adoption fees typically cost between $25,000 and $50,000

Highlights Michigan's Adoption and Guardianship Assistance Office provides cash assistance and reimburses eligible expenses for adoptive parents of foster children