To amend part E of title IV of the Social Security Act to require States to have laws that would permit a parent who is chronically ill or near death to name a standby guardian for a minor child without surrendering parental rights.
Standby Guardianship Act - Amends part E (Foster Care and Adoption Assistance) of title IV of the Social Security Act to require States to have laws that permit a parent who is chronically ill or near death, without surrendering parental rights, to designate a standby guardian for a minor child whose authority would take effect upon the parent's death, mental incapacity, or physical debilitation and consent.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Human Resources.
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