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SD 2694
Overview: SD 2694, "Emergency Housing Assistance Program bi-weekly Report", is a proposed bill that has been placed on file as of February 26, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The primary
Overview: SD 2694, "Emergency Housing Assistance Program bi-weekly Report", is a proposed bill that has been placed on file as of February 26, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to increase transparency and accountability for the state's Emergency Housing Assistance Program, which provides temporary shelter and support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the state's Department of Housing and Community Development to publish a bi-weekly report on the Emergency Housing Assistance Program, including:
- The number of individuals and families served
- The types of assistance provided (e.g., emergency shelter, transitional housing, rental assistance)
- The average length of stay in the program
- The program's expenditures and funding sources
- Mandates the inclusion of demographic data, such as age, gender, race, and household composition, to identify any disparities in service delivery.
- Directs the department to solicit and incorporate feedback from program participants, service providers, and other stakeholders to inform program improvements.
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals and families experiencing homelessness who rely on the Emergency Housing Assistance Program would benefit from increased transparency and potential program enhancements.
- The state's Department of Housing and Community Development would be responsible for collecting and publishing the required data and reports.
- Policymakers, advocacy groups, and the general public would have access to more detailed information about the program's operations and performance.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been placed on file, meaning it is no longer actively under consideration by the state legislature. However, the issues it addresses may be revisited in future legislative sessions or through other policy initiatives.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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