The resolution recognizes May 2026 as National Foster Care Month in Vermont, highlighting the critical role foster parents play in improving the lives of children and youth in their care. It notes that approximately 400,000 children and youths are in foster care in the U.S. at any given time, and emphasizes the transformative impact foster families can have on these individuals. The resolution also references the historical context of National Foster Care Month, which was established by President Ronald Reagan in 1988, and reaffirms its significance in promoting the welfare of children who require alternative placements due to their biological parents' inability to provide adequate care.

Additionally, the resolution acknowledges the theme for National Foster Care Month 2026, "Engaging Youth. Building Supports. Strengthening Opportunities," which focuses on creating a supportive child welfare system for young people transitioning out of foster care. The Vermont General Assembly expresses its commitment to recognizing this month and directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the System of Care Manager at the Department for Children and Families Family Services Division.