OR HB3079

Department of Human Services must update its 2022 cost estimates for youth homelessness programs in the 2026 report, adjusting for inflation and increased salary expenses since 2022

DHS and Housing and Community Services Department must study options for allocating 30% of their housing and homelessness budgets in the 2027-2029 biennium toward reducing youth aging into adult homelessness

Joint report with findings and potential legislative recommendations due to interim committees by September 15, 2026

Expands emergency housing eligibility beyond school-aged children (K-12) to include pregnant individuals and children from birth through kindergarten age, along with their families

Sections 1 and 2 (the study and reporting requirements) sunset on January 2, 2027