hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Supports recognizing April as Foster Sibling Connections Month.
Reps. Nunn (R-IA), Moore (D-WI), and Bacon (R-NE).
Introduced in House, referred to committee.
This resolution asks the House to support recognizing April as "National Foster Sibling Connections Month" to highlight the critical importance of keeping siblings together in foster care. It was introduced by Republican Representative Zach Nunn of Iowa, Democratic Representative Gwen Moore of Wisconsin, and Republican Representative Don Bacon of Nebraska. The bill has been sent to the House Committee on Education and Workforce, where it awaits further review.
Introduced Apr 29, 2026
This resolution has been introduced in the House of Representatives on April 29, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce. For it to advance, the committee must consider and vote on it. If approved by the committee, it would then go to the full House for a vote. As a House Resolution, it expresses the sentiment of the House and does not require Senate approval or the President's signature to take effect, nor does it become public law.
If this resolution passes, April could officially be recognized as National Foster Sibling Connections Month, potentially increasing public awareness. Federal, state, tribal, and local agencies may be encouraged to prioritize policies that ensure siblings in foster care stay together and maintain lifelong connections. Additionally, efforts to improve the collection of data on sibling relationships and separations in foster care could be supported, helping to better understand this issue.
Supporters Say
Keeping foster siblings together is crucial for their emotional stability, reduces trauma, and improves their long-term well-being.
Critics Say
A resolution is largely symbolic and does not create new laws or provide direct funding to solve the problem of sibling separation.
Supporters of this resolution argue that sibling relationships are fundamental for children, especially those in foster care, providing a consistent source of support and reducing trauma. They believe that raising awareness through a designated month will encourage better policies and practices to keep siblings connected. Critics might point out that while the resolution highlights an important issue, it is a non-binding statement of sentiment and does not directly mandate changes to child welfare systems or allocate resources to address the challenges it describes.