 However, it's clear better federal guidance and information sharing is needed to root out abuse and keep America's youth safe. Congress has the power to act and we must exercise our authority to ensure better oversight and accountability of residential youth programs receiving federal funding. Your advocacy has brought these issues to the forefront and that's why I've introduced a bipartisan bill with Mr. Panetta of California. Our bill, H.R. 8817, aims to increase transparency for residential treatment facilities