The House concurrent resolution No. R-128 recognizes May 2025 as National Foster Care Month in Vermont. It highlights the significant number of children and youth in foster care, with over 365,000 nationwide and a concerning statistic that 77% of eligible youth aged 14-21 leave care without the necessary support for adulthood. As of April 1, 2025, Vermont had 820 licensed foster caregivers, with a notable portion being family members or close friends. The resolution also references the historical context of Foster Care Month, established by President Ronald Reagan in 1988, which aims to raise public awareness about the foster care system and the importance of child well-being.

The 2025 theme for National Foster Care Month, "Engaging Youth. Building Supports. Strengthening Opportunities," emphasizes the need for a child welfare system that actively involves and supports young people transitioning out of foster care. The resolution calls for the General Assembly to officially recognize this month and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the System of Care Unit Director at the Department for Children and Families Family Services Division, reinforcing the commitment to improving the foster care system in Vermont.