Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF2284

Introduced
2/8/24  
Introduced
2/8/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the department of health and human services' aftercare service program, including eligibility and benefits.

Impact

The revisions in SF2284 would allow individuals to qualify for aftercare services if they exited the foster care system at 16 years of age, an essential change aimed at incorporating younger youth who may still need support for a smooth transition to adulthood. This alteration is designed to align support with the developmental needs of these individuals, promoting better long-term outcomes in terms of housing, education, and job readiness.

Summary

Senate File 2284 relates to the aftercare service program of the Department of Health and Human Services in Iowa, adjusting eligibility requirements and benefits for individuals exiting foster care. This bill aims to enable young adults aged 22 and under to receive assistance in transitioning to independent living, improving their prospects for self-sufficiency. Previously, eligibility was limited to those aged 18 to 22, thus expanding this range will support a broader cohort of youth in need of these services.

Contention

Notably, there were discussions regarding the level of financial assistance provided under the aftercare program. The bill proposes a one-time allowance of $900 for startup costs and annual vendor payments of $2,000 for ongoing support. While these increases in financial support are viewed positively by advocates of youth services, some stakeholders may argue that they are still insufficient to fully address the challenges faced by youth aging out of the foster care system. Therefore, discussions around SF2284 may reflect the ongoing debate about the adequacy of state support systems for vulnerable populations.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA SF2354

A bill for an act relating to the transition of behavioral health services from a mental health and disability services system to a behavioral health service system, and the transfer of disability services to the division of aging and disability services of the department of health and human services, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly SSB 3146; See SF 2420.)

IA SSB3146

A bill for an act relating to the transition of behavioral health services from a mental health and disability services system to a behavioral health service system, and the transfer of disability services to the division of aging and disability services of the department of health and human services, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(See SF 2354, SF 2420.)

IA HSB653

A bill for an act relating to the transition of behavioral health services from a mental health and disability services system to a behavioral health service system, and the transfer of disability services to the division of aging and disability services of the department of health and human services, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(See HF 2509, HF 2673.)

IA HSB215

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the department of health and human services, including administrative services organizations, child foster care, child and dependent adult abuse, internal audit and examination information, and the region incentive fund in the mental health and disability services regional service fund, and making an appropriation and including effective date provisions.(See HF 757, HF 1014, HF 1042.)

IA SSB1171

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the department of health and human services, including administrative services organizations, child foster care, child and dependent adult abuse, internal audit and examination information, and the region incentive fund in the mental health and disability services regional service fund, and making an appropriation and including effective date provisions.(See SF 582, SF 620, SF 641.)

IA SF2420

A bill for an act related to state behavioral health, disability, and addictive disorder services and related programs, including the transition of behavioral health services from a mental health and disability services system to a behavioral health service system, the transfer of disability services to the division of aging and disability services of the department of health and human services, the elimination of the commission on aging, the elimination of special intellectual disability units at state mental health institutes, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly SF 2354, SSB 3146.)

IA HF2509

A bill for an act relating to the transition of behavioral health services from a mental health and disability services system to a behavioral health service system, and the transfer of disability services to the division of aging and disability services of the department of health and human services, making appropriations, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 653; See HF 2673.)

IA SF582

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the department of health and human services, including administrative services organizations, child foster care, child and dependent adult abuse, internal audit and examination information, and the region incentive fund in the mental health and disability services regional service fund, health maintenance organization's premium tax, and making appropriations and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SSB 1171; See SF 620, SF 641.)

IA SF620

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the department of health and human services, including administrative services organizations, child foster care, child and dependent adult abuse, internal audit and examination information, and the region incentive fund in the mental health and disability services regional service fund, health maintenance organization's premium tax, and making appropriations and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.(Formerly SF 582, SSB 1171; See SF 641.)

IA SF641

A bill for an act relating to matters under the purview of the department of health and human services, including administrative services organizations, child foster care, child and dependent adult abuse, internal audit and examination information, and the region incentive fund in the mental health and disability services regional service fund, health maintenance organization's premium tax, and making appropriations and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions. (Formerly SF 620, SF 582, SSB 1171.) Effective date: 06/06/2025, 07/01/2025. Applicability date: 01/01/2024, 07/01/2024.

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