S. 1091 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Act
S. 1091 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on May 10, 2017, sponsored by Susan M. Collins with 16 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 10, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 16
- Policy area
- Families
- Public law
- Public Law 115-196
What it does
Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Act (Sec. 3) This bill establishes an Advisory Council to Support Grandparents Raising Grandchildren. The council must identify, promote, coordinate, and publicly disseminate information and resources to help older relatives meet the needs of the children in their care and maintain their own health and emotional well-being. The council must report on the information and resources.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Susan M. Collins (R-ME). Co-sponsors: 10 Democrats, 5 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 10, 2017
- Passed the SenateMar 22, 2018
- Passed the HouseJun 13, 2018
- Sent to the PresidentJun 27, 2018
- Became lawJul 7, 2018
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-196. (Jul 7, 2018)
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Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
- Education and the Workforce Committee
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
More
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