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NC S669
Bill
Status
3/26/2015
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Apodaca
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Legislative Research Commission (LRC) to study issues related to unaccompanied homeless youth accessing housing, emergency shelters, and transitional living programs without parental consent.
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Requires the study to examine current contract requirements for homeless youth seeking admission to emergency shelters and transitional programs, and barriers they face in obtaining adult assistance.
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Directs the LRC to consider the role of school liaisons, state-funded human services providers, and mental health professionals in helping homeless youth secure appropriate housing.
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Requires examination of state policies and safeguards that could allow unaccompanied homeless youth to contract for housing without parental consent.
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LRC must report findings and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, to the General Assembly when it reconvenes in 2016.
Legislative Description
Homeless Youth Obtaining Housing/LRC Study
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate
3/30/2015