CT SB00813

Prohibits the Department of Children and Families from discharging youth at age 18 (or age 21 if in secondary school, college, or job training) unless they have established stable housing outside homeless shelters, single-room occupancy hotels, or homeless youth programs for at least 12 months.

Requires the commissioner to document reasonable expectations of housing stability based on rental agreements, residence plans through other state departments, or written assurances from biological family members.

Mandates the Department of Children and Families provide aftercare services including case management, counseling, and support for at least 45 days after discharge, with assistance obtaining housing if youth become homeless.

Requires the Department of Children and Families to provide youth with notice of service discontinuation at least 90 days in advance.

Exempts youth who are military members, enrolled in federal Job Corps, full-time post-secondary students, have opted out of services, or have services discontinued by court order.