Global Child Thrive Reauthorization Act of 2025
Summary
The Global Child Thrive Reauthorization Act of 2025 reauthorizes and amends the Global Child Thrive Act of 2020. It extends the authorization of the Act until 2030. The bill also mandates the appointment of a Special Advisor for Assistance to Orphans and Vulnerable Children within the State Department.
Expected Effects
The Act will continue and expand existing programs aimed at assisting orphans and vulnerable children globally. It ensures continued focus and resources dedicated to these populations. The appointment of a Special Advisor aims to improve coordination and effectiveness of these efforts.
Potential Benefits
- Continued support for orphans and vulnerable children globally.
- Enhanced coordination through the appointment of a Special Advisor.
- Extension of implementing directives to ensure program effectiveness.
- Long-term commitment to addressing the needs of vulnerable children.
- Potential for improved outcomes in child welfare and development.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased government spending.
- Possible bureaucratic inefficiencies in implementing the Act.
- Risk of funds not reaching intended beneficiaries due to corruption or mismanagement.
- Limited direct impact on the American population.
- Dependence on the effectiveness of the Special Advisor.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it promotes humanitarian efforts abroad. Specifically, it indirectly aligns with Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1, which provides Congress the power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts and excises, to pay the debts and provide for the common defense and general welfare of the United States. The Act does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).