Purpose of the Bill

The primary goal of this bill is to allocate funds to support shelter operations and programming designed to help families experiencing homelessness.

Main Provisions

• The bill proposes appropriating funds from the general fund in the fiscal year 2026.
• The funds are specifically intended for a grant to Interfaith Action.
• The money will be used for several purposes, including:
  • Shelter operations
  • Case management
  • Staffing
  • Onsite support services
  • Programming aimed at promoting stability and self-sufficiency for homeless families

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a new allocation of funds to support family homelessness initiatives through Interfaith Action, which may not have previously received this targeted grant.

Relevant Terms

• Appropriation
• Interfaith Action
• Emergency family shelter
• Homelessness
• Stability and self-sufficiency
• Case management
• Onsite support services