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HB 1899

Concerning the homelessness point-in-time count.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Natasha Hill and 6 co-sponsors

Washington modifies its homelessness point-in-time count methodology to change how the state measures and reports homeless populations for federal funding and policy decisions.

Effective date 7/27/2025.
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Bill Summary · HB 1899

Legislative bill overview

HB 1899 modifies Washington State's homelessness point-in-time (PIT) count methodology and requirements. The bill adjusts how the state measures and reports on homeless populations during annual counts, which serve as a baseline for federal funding and policy decisions.

Why is this important

Accurate homelessness data directly influences federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding allocations and shapes policymaking at state and local levels. How homeless populations are counted affects resource distribution, program evaluation, and evidence-based policy decisions across Washington's counties and municipalities.

Potential points of contention

  • Counting methodology changes: Modifications to PIT count procedures may produce different results from previous years, making year-to-year comparisons difficult and potentially obscuring whether homelessness is increasing or decreasing
  • Local implementation variation: Counties and cities may interpret new requirements differently, creating inconsistent data collection across the state and potentially disadvantaging some regions in federal funding competitions
  • Resource allocation concerns: Changes in how populations are counted could shift resources between regions, benefiting some areas while potentially reducing services in others based on revised numbers

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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