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A 735

Expands the age range eligibility for the rent subsidy payable to a foster child living independently

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Phara Souffrant Forrest and 5 co-sponsors

Expands the age range eligible for rent subsidies for foster youths living independently, aiming to reduce housing instability as they age out.

REPORTED REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS
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Bill Summary · A 735

Summary: Bill A 735 — Expands the age range eligibility for the rent subsidy payable to a foster child living independently

Overview

Bill A 735 seeks to broaden the age range of foster youth who can qualify for a rent subsidy when living independently. The measure is currently moving through the legislative process with a focus on budgetary consideration.

Purpose and Intent

  • The central aim is to enhance housing support for foster youths who are living independently by widening the age criteria for eligibility to receive a rent subsidy.
  • By expanding eligibility, the bill intends to reduce housing instability among aging-out foster youths and provide a more sustainable path to independent living.

Key Provisions (as stated)

  • Expand the age range for eligibility to receive a rent subsidy payable to a foster child living independently.
  • The text provided does not specify additional programmatic changes (e.g., subsidy amount, duration, or administration), so the primary highlighted change is the expansion of the eligible age group.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Foster youth living independently who would fall within the newly expanded age range.
  • State and local agencies administering foster care programs and rent subsidies, as well as agencies overseeing housing assistance programs.
  • Potentially impacted landlords and housing providers who participate in subsidy arrangements.

Fiscal and Procedural Considerations

  • Referred to the Ways and Means committee, indicating a focus on budgetary and funding implications.
  • Legislative history shows:
    • Introduced: January 8, 2025
    • Initial referral to Children and Families on January 8, 2025
    • Repeated actions on April 29, 2025: “REPORTED REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS” (duplicative entries noted in the record)
  • Status: REPORTED REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS

Sponsors

  • Primary sponsor: Andrew Hevesi
  • Cosponsors: MaryJane Shimsky, Jo Anne Simon, Eddie Gibbs, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, Phara Souffrant Forrest

Related Bills (prior sessions)

  • A 7756
  • A 9806
  • A 259
  • A 2303
  • A 1777
  • A 2525

Potential Impact and Considerations

  • Positive outcomes may include improved housing stability, reduced risk of homelessness among older foster youths, and smoother transitions to independence.
  • Fiscal impact will be a key consideration for Ways and Means, as expanded eligibility could affect subsidy program costs and funding needs.
  • Implementation considerations would include updating eligibility criteria, monitoring eligibility, and ensuring consistent administration across participating agencies.

If you’d like, I can add a brief comparison with similar provisions in the related bills or outline potential budgeting implications based on typical subsidy programs.

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

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