This resolution expresses strong support for the goals and ideals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month , recognizing the critical need for every child to have a permanent and loving family. It highlights the significant number of children in the United States foster care system, with tens of thousands awaiting adoption and many at risk of aging out without a permanent home. The resolution acknowledges that many individuals have misperceptions about the adoption process from foster care. The resolution encourages the people of the United States to consider adoption during November and throughout the year, aiming to raise national awareness about adoption and the children seeking families. It also celebrates children and families involved in adoption, while promoting efforts to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children. The resolution notes the success of National Adoption Day in placing over 85,000 children into permanent families since its inception.