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119th Congress
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SENATES. 4638· 119th Congress

Support for Native families and children

Promoting Strong Native Families and Children Act

Sponsor
Lisa Murkowski (R-AK)
Introduced
May 21, 2026
Last Action
May 21, 2026
Passage
22%
Introduced
May 21, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Supports programs that strengthen Native American families and child welfare.
  • Aims to keep Native children connected to their families and communities.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Could improve outcomes for Native children in the child-welfare system.
  • Affects tribal communities and child-welfare agencies.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Referred to the Senate Finance Committee.
  • Early stage, with no committee vote scheduled.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • May 21, 2026Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
  • May 21, 2026Introduced in Senate