Biden Signs Paris Hilton-backed Residential Care Bill

On December 23, President Biden signed legislation (S. 1351) that would direct the National Academies of Sciences to study and make recommendations on youth residential programs. The study will examine the prevalence, severity, and scope of child abuse at such institutions. identify all federal and state funding sources, and make recommendations for improved oversight. The legislation drew support from Paris Hilton, who had personal experience in such institutions as a child.