This House resolution states that involved fathers are important to children’s development. It supports efforts to encourage fatherhood, recognizes the effects of incarceration and federal welfare program incentives on family arrangements, and calls for research and policy work. It also suggests exploring support for employment after detention, foster parenting, mentoring, child custody, and a national effort to promote fatherhood.
The resolution expresses the House’s position and suggests areas for further study or action. It does not specify new services, requirements, or eligibility changes for individuals or families.
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The resolution states that involved fathers can support children’s learning, development, and well-being. It argues that encouraging fatherhood could help children across racial and ethnic groups and calls for efforts to address barriers to fathers returning home or finding work after detention.
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