A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on the cost and effectiveness of current and ongoing Housing First programs across the United States and the potential effectiveness of Housing First programs in this Commonwealth.
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- Passed Senate
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Overview
This resolution directs the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on Housing First programs. The study will examine the cost and effectiveness of these programs both nationally and in Pennsylvania, with a focus on understanding their impact on the unhoused population, particularly veterans and children experiencing homelessness. The commission will also investigate the effects of recent events like the COVID-19 pandemic and rising costs on homelessness.
Key provisions
- Assess the state of the unhoused population in Pennsylvania, including at-risk individuals and chronic homelessness.
- Evaluate the impact of Housing First programs in other states (California, Utah, New Orleans) on reducing homelessness.
- Analyze the effectiveness of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Housing First approach for veterans.
- Compare the costs of Housing First programs versus traditional shelter programs.
- Investigate the impact of recent events (pandemic, rising costs, SNAP reductions) on homelessness.
- Examine the effect of homelessness on children’s academic performance.
- Explore any other relevant matters related to homelessness and Housing First programs.
Who is affected
- Unhoused individuals in Pennsylvania
- Veterans
- Children experiencing homelessness
- Pennsylvania residents
- Continuum of Care districts
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Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
Daniel Deasy
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