Using specific examples and language from the states with educational and health care consent laws, these practical publications are designed to give policymakers and advocates the tools they need to pursue similar legislation or amend their existing state laws (2014). 

Summarizes key findings from the most recent survey of states’ kinship care policies. This study looks at the implications of states increasing their use of relatives to care for abused and neglected children to avoid having to take children into custody, from Child Trends (2008).

Compares foster care licensing and payment policies by state, from Urban Institute (2003).

Generations United signature report in 2014 focuses on who the families are, their strengths and challenges, and recommendations for supporting them. 

Generations United signature report in 2015 focuses on highlighting the top 10 states with grandfamily-friendly laws and policies.