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GA HR1257
Resolution
Status
Introduced
2/26/2024
Primary Sponsor
Eric Bell
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AI Summary
- Creates the Joint Study Committee on Combating Homelessness Among Veterans, composed of 13 members — 7 appointed by the Speaker of the House and 6 appointed by the President of the Senate, drawn from specified standing committees
- Addresses approximately 40,000 veterans living in poverty in Georgia, roughly 700 of whom are experiencing homelessness
- Directs the committee to study conditions and needs related to veteran homelessness, identify appropriate federal agency initiatives, evaluate available federal funding, and recommend any necessary action or legislation
- Legislative members receive per diem allowances for up to 5 days unless additional days are authorized, funded from House and Senate appropriations
- The committee shall stand abolished on December 1, 2024, and must file any approved report with the Clerk of the House and Secretary of the Senate prior to that date
Legislative Description
Joint Study Committee on Combating Homelessness Among Veterans; create
Last Action
House Second Readers
2/29/2024
Committee Referrals
Defense and Veterans Affairs2/27/2024
Full Bill Text
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