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Read. Follow. Verify.Runaway and Homeless Youth and Trafficking Prevention Act of 2026
Record date · June 24, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This amendment updates federal programs for runaway and homeless youth by expanding grant eligibility, increasing funding authorizations, and adding new requirements for care and trafficking prevention. It establishes a new grant program for prevention services and sets specific funding levels for s 2027 through 2031.
This legislation authorizes $317.5 million in federal funding for 2027 to support shelters, counseling, and outreach services for homeless and runaway youth, while mandating new standards for care and trafficking prevention.
- The Runaway and Homeless Youth Act is the primary federal law providing support services to youth who have left home or are experiencing homelessness. context
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Runaway and homeless youth
Youth receive expanded access to trauma-informed services, trafficking prevention, and assistance with higher education financial aid.
Nonprofit and public service providers
Organizations must comply with new grant application timelines, reporting requirements, and service standards to receive federal funding.
Department of Health and Human Services
The agency is responsible for administering the new grant programs, managing waiver requests, and conducting periodic reporting on youth homelessness.
Key Facts
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Increased Focus on Trafficking
The amendment significantly integrates trafficking prevention and identification into every part of the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act, moving beyond simple shelter provision.
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Analysis Score
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- Controversy15Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
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