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Kevin Hern: “I am proud to co-sponsor the Foster Youth Workforce…”

Featuring: Kevin Hern, Republican | U.S. House Oklahoma, 1st Congressional District

Rep. Hern Speaks in Support of the Foster Youth Workforce Opportunity Act | Ways & Means Markup

Published April 29, 2026 | Video Starts at 01:55

I was determined to pull myself up and I knew that obtaining an education was the best way to reach my goals. I am proud to co-sponsor the Foster Youth Workforce Opportunity Act, allowing young adults in foster care to access short-term workforce training programs that lead to in-demand jobs. expanding our opportunities for success. Education doesn't look the same for everyone and a four year degree isn't always the best option. (01:55–02:09)

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Asserts co-sponsorship of the Foster Youth Workforce Opportunity Act to provide workforce training for foster youth.

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“States have been returning these funds to the federal government for nearly two decades.”
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“The Chaffey Foster Care Program provides critical resources for older foster youth, setting them up for independence and a successful…”
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“Oklahoma uses these funds for the Oklahoma Successful Adult Program, which serves foster youth at various stages to help them achieve…”
Rep. Hern Speaks in Support of the Foster Youth Workforce Opportunity Act | Ways & Means Markup | Uploaded April 29, 2026 | 00:36-00:45
“Oklahoma returned over $145,000 in 2018.”
Rep. Hern Speaks in Support of the Foster Youth Workforce Opportunity Act | Ways & Means Markup | Uploaded April 29, 2026 | 01:02-01:06
“The reforms made by this package of bills we are marking up today will allow states to better utilize these funds and better successfully…”
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“Education doesn't look the same for everyone and a four-year degree isn't always the best option.”
Rep. Hern Speaks in Support of the Foster Youth Workforce Opportunity Act | Ways & Means Markup | Uploaded April 29, 2026 | 02:10-02:16
“Workforce and vocational training programs provide specialized and career-specific training allowing individuals to enter the workforce with…”
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“This legislation and the package of reforms we are considering today will make a meaningful difference in their lives of all foster youth…”
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