HI HB1834

Appropriates funds to increase the base budget of the Department of Human Services' Homeless Programs Office for fiscal year 2024-2025 (specific dollar amount and percentage increase not specified in this draft)

Authorizes the increased appropriation to address rising costs of wages, utilities, and administrative expenses for partner organizations providing homeless outreach, shelter, case management, and housing transition services across all counties

Notes that no funding increases for homeless service contracts have occurred for over ten years despite increased operational costs

Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling for fiscal year 2024-2025 will be exceeded by this appropriation and one other Act, and identifies the appropriation as necessary to serve the public interest

Takes effect upon approval