Bill
HB 3644
Overview: HB 3644, "Relating to a statewide shelter program; and declaring an emergency", was enacted into law in 2025 with an effective date of July 17, 2025.Purpose and Intent: T
Overview: HB 3644, "Relating to a statewide shelter program; and declaring an emergency", was enacted into law in 2025 with an effective date of July 17, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to establish a comprehensive statewide shelter program to provide temporary housing and support services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The program is intended to address the growing need for emergency shelter and transitional housing across the state.
Key Provisions:
- Creates a new state agency to oversee and coordinate the statewide shelter program
- Allocates funding for the construction and operation of emergency shelters and transitional housing facilities
- Requires the development of standardized services and case management protocols for shelter residents
- Establishes partnerships with local governments, nonprofits, and social service providers to deliver integrated support
- Mandates the collection of data and reporting on program outcomes and effectiveness
Affected Parties and Impacts: The statewide shelter program will directly benefit individuals and families experiencing homelessness by providing them with access to safe, temporary housing and wraparound support services. Local communities and service providers will also be impacted through increased funding, coordination, and collaboration with the state-level program.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HB 3644 was signed into law in 2025 and is currently in the implementation phase, with the new state agency working to establish the shelter program and begin operations by the effective date of July 17, 2025.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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