Representative Darren LaHood
Republican representative for Illinois' 16th district, serving on the House Ways and Means Committee and chairing the Work and Welfare Subcommittee. He sponsored the Supporting America's Children and Families Act.
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Jan 21, 2025 • 47min
A new chapter in America's child welfare system
Zach Larris, founder of Boulder Horizons, and Representative Darren LaHood discuss the groundbreaking reforms in America's child welfare system. They dive into the recent bipartisan support for the Supporting America's Children and Families Act, focusing on the increased aid for kinship care and prevention strategies. The conversation highlights the crucial need to address poverty to keep families together, as well as the importance of involving those directly impacted in shaping policy. Their insights point to a hopeful future for children in foster care.
