Representative David Byrd; District 71 Capitol Hill Update

Legislation supporting foster youth services advances - The Government Operations Committee this week unanimously passed legislation aimed at enhancing the support system for youth in foster care.

House Bill 2145 expands eligibility for Extension of Foster Care (EFC) Services, a wraparound services program for young adults still in DCS custody when they turn 18. House Bill 2145 is scheduled for consideration in the House Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee on March 9.

Committee advances bill that identifies convicted human traffickers - Republican legislation that would make it easier for la...