Increase in maximum education and training voucher amount and provision of greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education

(a) In general Section 477(i) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 677(i)), as amended by section 2, is amended— (1) in paragraph (3)— (A) by striking training program and inserting training program (except that the State may establish a grace period to allow a youth to continue participation in activities described in paragraph (4)(A), after an assessment and consultation with the youth, if the State determines that reasonable circumstances warrant the grace period),; and (B) by striking that program and inserting that education or training program; and (2) in paragraph (4)(C), by striking $5,000 and inserting $12,000. (b) Guidance The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with youth who have experienced foster care, shall develop and issue model guidance to States and jurisdictions receiving allotments under section 477(c) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 677(c)) for implementation of the amendment made by subsection (a)(1).