Bill > HB1003

This bill establishes the Veterans' Housing Assistance Program, which aims to help homeless veterans or those at risk of homelessness obtain stable housing through a comprehensive support system. The program, jointly administered by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency and the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, provides multiple services including a housing ombudsman to help veterans locate and secure housing, credit counseling, and financial assistance in the form of rental vouchers. Veterans can enroll in the program if they are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness and cannot obtain adequate housing without assistance. As a condition of acceptance, veterans may be required to participate in various support services such as mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, job training, and other programs designed to promote self-sufficiency. The financial assistance includes a rental voucher of up to $1,000 per month or the actual rental costs, whichever is less, for a lease term of up to 12 months. Veterans can seek a renewal of the financial assistance based on their employment status, personal finances, and compliance with initial program conditions. The bill also allows for collaboration with federal agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and Housing and Urban Development to maximize support for homeless veterans.

Housing and Urban Affairs

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