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Committee hears proposal for two‑year housing pilot for youth in extended foster care
Summary
House Bill 24 55 would create a two‑year pilot starting 01/01/2027 to provide rental assistance and housing fees to 50 youth in extended foster care for up to 24 months; DCYF must report to the legislature by 06/30/2029 and complete transition planning for enrolled youth. Multiple current and former foster youth and advocacy groups testified in strong support.
Representative Jamila Taylor introduced House Bill 24 55 as a targeted two‑year pilot to provide rental assistance and housing supports to youth enrolled in extended foster care.
Under the bill, DCYF would operate a two‑year pilot beginning Jan. 1, 2027, to provide rental assistance and associated housing fees to 50 eligible youth for up to 24 months, not to extend beyond a participant’s 20th birthday. Eligibility would be limited to youth in extended foster care who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness. The bill requires DCYF to conduct transition planning at least three months before a participant’s 20th birthday, assist with…
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