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Senators press for clarity on HAP awards, accountability and continued homelessness funding

2171365 · January 30, 2025
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Committee members raised concerns that $1 billion in Homelessness Assistance Program (HAP) funds remain appropriated but not yet awarded, asked for outcome data, and pushed for ongoing funding and stronger oversight.

Multiple senators stressed the need for consistent funding and clearer accountability for homelessness programs, including the Homelessness Assistance Program (HAP), Clean California and Homekey projects.

Senators expressed concern that $1 billion appropriated in the previous budget for HAP had not yet been awarded and that local governments were relying on these allocations when planning responses. Finance and agency staff explained that earlier appropriations remain to be…

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