NY: NY Bill Proposes Relief for Low-Income Families in Foster Care System
BNN – February 14, 2024
The New York State Legislature is contemplating a bill that could bring a significant change to the foster care system. The proposed legislation aims to eliminate the mandate for parents to financially contribute to their child’s foster care, a practice that disproportionately impacts low-income families.
Also: Some states charging parents 9% interest on foster care: https://www.buffalobreeze.com/news/274125960/some-states-charging-parents-9-interest-on-foster-care
Also: Senate Bill S7054: https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S7054