Executive Order 14359Executive Order

Fostering the Future for American Children and Families

Donald J. Trump

Signed: Nov 13, 2025

Published: Nov 19, 2025

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Comprehensive overview

Executive Order 14359 establishes a comprehensive federal initiative to reform and modernize the U.S. foster care system, focusing on data transparency, technology modernization, youth transition support, and faith-based partnerships.

Key Points

1Directs HHS to modernize child-welfare data collection and reporting within 180 days, including annual scorecards for state performance
2Establishes 'Fostering the Future' initiative to create educational and employment opportunities for foster youth transitioning to adulthood
3Creates an online platform to connect former foster youth with housing, education, healthcare, and mentoring resources
4Mandates removal of barriers preventing faith-based organizations from participating in federally-funded child welfare programs
5Increases flexibility for Education and Training Vouchers to support short-term career training programs
6Requires strategic reallocation of unspent federal funds to support educational success and financial literacy for transitioning youth

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