FPAWS | "Fostering the future"

The Educational Success for Children and Youth Without Homes Act of 2009

The Educational Success for Children and Youth Without Homes Act of 2009 will help children and youth experiencing homelessness thrive in school, despite the constant moving, trauma, and loss often associated with their homelessness.

The legislation will promote school stability and success for homeless students by:

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Fostering Success in Education Act

HB 2106, Improving child welfare outcomes through the phased implementation of strategic and proven reforms.

Go to www.accountabilityinchildwelfare.org for updates from the committee.

Go to http://www.dshs.wa.gov/pdf/ca/121409TDC.pdf for the slide show presented to the legislature.

The following is a summary and analysis of Second Substitute House Bill 2106 (2SHB 2106) as passed by the Washington State Legislature and signed by Governor Christine Gregoire:

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HB 2106