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Federal Court Blocks Trump Administration Policy That Unlawfully Keeps Children in Custody

Washington, DC — A federal court ruled today in Angelica S. v. HHS, certifying a class of unaccompanied children and blocking the Trump-Vance...
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Leaders must say NO to federal budget proposal that will devastate children, families and communities

The House of Representatives, in the early-morning hours of May 22, passed H.R. 1 — a sweeping and devastating budget bill that would gut billions of...
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Advocates urge Fourth Circuit to preserve federal judicial oversight over foster system reform litigation

The National Center for Youth Law (NCYL) and more than 30 other leading civil rights organizations on Tuesday called on the Fourth Circuit to reaffirm...

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Annual Report Finds Kansas Foster Youth Still Facing Placement Instability and Gaps in Mental Health Care

September 22, 2025
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Advocates Win Preliminary Injunction Blocking Unlawful Deportations of Unaccompanied Immigrant Children in U.S. Custody

September 18, 2025
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New NCYL report warns of dangerous backslide in youth justice reforms

September 12, 2025
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New report reveals California students still face stark, unequal school discipline despite reform efforts

August 25, 2025
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Federal court enforces Flores Settlement Agreement, shields immigrant children from prolonged CBP detention

August 19, 2025
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Federal Court rejects government’s attempt to end Flores Settlement Agreement, preserving vital protections for immigrant children

August 18, 2025
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Three additional children join lawsuit challenging HHS’ 'paperwork barrier' that keeps immigrant youth separated from family

August 15, 2025
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NCYL and Texas Civil Rights Project file amicus brief opposing government overreach that subjects loving families to child abuse investigations

August 7, 2025