This act aims to bring transparency to "hidden foster care arrangements" where children are separated from parents without state oversight. States are required to report data on such arrangements to the Secretary, who in turn submits an annual report to Congress. The data includes the number of children involved, reasons for separation, services received, and outcomes. The Secretary will ensure standardized data collection and may offer guidance to states. The goal is to create a national overview of hidden foster care practices. The bill's main thrust is to bring to light and monitor instances of unregulated child placement, promoting accountability and best practices in the foster care system.