Rep. Stark's "Every Child Deserves a Family Act," which was introduced with 33 original cosponsors, would withhold federal adoption and foster care assistance funds from states that discriminate against LGBT people in foster placements or adoption. Individuals seeking redress under the law would have access to federal courts.

It would also require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to assist states and child welfare agencies in identifying discriminatory laws, regulations, and practices, and to provide guidance on the Act for judges and attorneys that handle foster care and adoption cases, along with "comprehensive cultural competency training" for agencies and prospective parents.

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) has said she will introduce a companion bill in the Senate.