The Bill Spill
The Bill Spill
Take Action Now: Help Increase Funding for CASA Programs in Virginia There are 27 CASA programs serving abused and neglected infants, children, and youth across Virginia. Yet state funding has…
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Happy New Year! Thank you to our partners, supporters, and volunteers for an incredible and impactful year of advocacy. We look forward to another year of meaningful impact ahead. In…
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According to Youth.Gov, as many as 4.2 million youth and young adults experience homelessness each year. Approximately 700,000 are between the ages of 13-17, and 3.5 million are between 18-25.…
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On November 13, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed Executive Order 14359, with a goal to improve the current foster care system and provide safe, loving homes for at-risk children…
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Happy Fall!In this edition of the chronicle, we share inspiring success stories, recap our annual Volunteer Appreciation event, announce the May Cook Heart of Gold winners, and spotlight a special…
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The Department of Health and Human Services recently revised provisions of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA), restricting undocumented immigrants from accessing tax-payer funded programs,…
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Five Northern Virginia School Districts face possible federal funding cuts after the Department of Education investigation found them in violation of Title IX. The law prohibits sex-based discrimination in federally…
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In this edition of our chronicle, we reflect on the highlights of FY25. From our Light of Hope to a 10-year long case ending in adoption, we’ve had so much…
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H.R.1 – One Big Beautiful Bill Act During the late evening hours of May 21, 2025, the House of Representatives passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a measure that…
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VA HB1777 Office of the Children’s Ombudsman Foster Youth’s Right to Receive Information Effective July 1, 2025—HB1777 ensures that Virginia children aged 12 or older in foster care, as well…
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