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 across the United States, with over 365,000 currently in the system. The resolution notes that a substantial percentage of eligible youth aged 14-21 leave foster care without the necessary support to transition into adulthood. In Vermont, as of April 1, 2025, there were 820 licensed foster caregivers, with many being family members or close friends, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in foster care.

The resolution also acknowledges 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 challenges faced by children in care. The 2025 theme, "Engaging Youth. Building Supports. Strengthening Opportunities," underscores the need for a child welfare system that actively involves and supports young people preparing to leave foster care. The resolution calls for the Secretary of State to send a copy 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.