AN ACT CONCERNING FOSTER CARE MAINTENANCE PAYMENTS.

This bill modifies how foster care maintenance payments are calculated and distributed to providers caring for children in state custody. It directly affects foster care agencies, caregivers, and the children in their care by changing the payment structure. The key mechanism updates the formula used to determine these payments, aiming to better align with actual care costs. The bill was signed into law by the governor on June 9, 2025.