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Senate bill to waive document fees for foster youth ages 18–21 receives supportive testimony
Summary
Senate Bill 412 would waive fees for certain government documents—birth certificates, ID cards, drivers' licenses and academic transcripts—for people who age out of foster care (ages 18–21). DPHHS and stakeholders told the committee it reduces barriers and can use Chafee funds for reimbursements.
Senate Bill 412 would waive fees for specified government documents for former foster youth ages 18 to 21, witnesses told the House Human Services Committee.
Sponsor Sen. Laura Smith said the bill responds to feedback from young people exiting foster care who reported difficulty obtaining birth certificates, driver’s licenses and other documents needed to access benefits and employment. "This bill really applies to that age range…
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