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ME LD1946
Bill
Status
6/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sophia Warren
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AI Summary
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Residents of certified recovery residences may apply for Bridging Rental Assistance Program housing vouchers to use upon departure from the recovery residence, provided they meet all other program standards
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Residency in a certified recovery residence cannot be used as a barrier to application or receipt of a housing voucher
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Vouchers cannot be used to subsidize the cost of residing at a certified recovery residence itself
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The Department of Health and Human Services must prioritize individuals being released from institutions, those being released from incarceration, and homeless individuals over recovery residence residents when awarding vouchers
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Became law without Governor's signature on June 25, 2025 (Public Law Chapter 427)
Legislative Description
An Act to Clarify the Eligibility of Certified Recovery Residences for Bridging Rental Assistance Program Housing Vouchers
Housing
Last Action
PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
6/12/2025