H.R. 7463 · On the floor · Families

Foster Youth Postsecondary Education Access and Success Act

What it does

Increases the maximum education and training voucher amount for foster youth from $5,000 to $12,000 under section 477(i)(4)(B) of the Social Security Act.
Allows States to establish a grace period permitting foster youth to continue participating in education or training programs after assessment and consultation if reasonable circumstances warrant, under section 477(i)(3).
Requires States to make reasonable efforts to ensure eligible youth are aware of education and training voucher benefits, including by coordinating with programs under section 477(h)(1).
Mandates the development of a simplified, user-tested, and standard application form with standard terminology for foster youth to apply for vouchers, made easily accessible and available electronically.
Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with youth who experienced foster care, to develop and issue model guidance to States for implementing the amended grace-period provisions.

May 7, 2026: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 555.

Committee: House Ways and Means