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This notice from the Federal Register announces the opportunity for public comment on the suspension and termination policies for the title IV-E adoption assistance program, articulated in the Child Welfare Policy Manual. It similarly announces the opportunity to provide public comment about any other policy areas of concern relating to the title IV-E adoption assistance program.

This letter discusses supporting the well-being and educational outcomes of students in foster care through collaboration and cross-system coordination, as mandated by the Fostering Connections to Success  and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008.

This document provides the locations of Children's Bureau policy, guidance, and other implementation activities related to the Fostering Connection to Success and Increasing Adoption Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-351).

This document presents a summary of federal child welfare legislation since 1974 that has had a significant impact on the field.

This is a Federal Register notice titled "Request for Public Comment and Consultation Meetings on the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS)."

This document provides an overview of how to understand and comply with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Multiethnic Placement Act of 1994, as amended by the Interethnic Adoption Provisions.

This video provides an overview of how to understand and comply with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Multiethnic Placement Act of 1994, as amended by the Interethnic Adoption Provisions.

This document provides an overview of Deficit Reduction Act of 2005.

This document provides an overview of Child and Family Services Improvement Act of 2006.

This document provides an overview of Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006.