Newsweek profiles the problems with current foster care implementation

Last year, Congress authorized giving states matching federal funds to extend foster care until age 21. But the way that law is interpreted could mean that in 27 states, including California and the District of Columbia, 18-year-olds would still be left out in the cold. Thousands of foster children may be removed from their homes because of a well-intentioned federal law. (more)

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