Overview: Bill Number: HD 4677, Title: A communication from the Executive Office for Administration and Finance and the Executive Office for Housing and Livable Communities (see item 1599-0514 of Section 2 of Chapter 77 of the Acts of 2023 and Section 19 of Chapter 88 of the Acts of 2024) submitting the April 22, 2025 biweekly report on the emergency housing assistance program, Status: Placed on file, Introduced: May 19, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This communication is a biweekly report from the Executive Office for Administration and Finance and the Executive Office for Housing and Livable Communities on the state's emergency housing assistance program. The report provides updates on the program's implementation, utilization, and outcomes.
Key Provisions:
- Summarizes the total number of households that have received emergency housing assistance, including breakdowns by income level, household composition, and geographic distribution
- Outlines the total amount of funding disbursed through the program and the average assistance provided per household
- Highlights any challenges or barriers encountered in the program's administration and the steps being taken to address them
- Includes projections for future program demand and the anticipated need for additional funding or policy changes
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Households experiencing housing insecurity or homelessness are the primary beneficiaries of the emergency housing assistance program
- State and local government agencies responsible for administering the program are impacted by the program's implementation and outcomes
- Policymakers and the general public have an interest in understanding the program's effectiveness and the ongoing need for housing assistance
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This communication has been placed on file, indicating that it has been received and acknowledged by the legislature. No further action is specified, as this is a routine reporting requirement.
