88R14805 JG-F
By: Garcia, Gervin-Hawkins, Campos, Lozano, H.B. No. 2822
Rose, et al.
A BILL TO BE ENTITLED
AN ACT
relating to a study on the housing needs of youth transitioning out
of foster care or the juvenile justice system.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS:
SECTION 1. (a) In this section, "council" means the Texas
Interagency Council for the Homeless established under Subchapter
KK, Chapter 2306, Government Code.
(b) The council shall conduct a study to examine the housing
needs of youth transitioning from foster care or the juvenile
justice system to independent living.
(c) In conducting the study under this section, the council
shall:
(1) examine the risk of homelessness for youth
transitioning out of foster care in this state;
(2) examine the risk of homelessness for youth
transitioning out of the juvenile justice system in this state;
(3) assess the unique housing needs of youth who:
(A) have previously been classified as a dual
status child, as defined by Section 51.02, Family Code; and
(B) are part of a disproportionately represented
population in foster care, the juvenile justice system, or both;
(4) evaluate relevant programs and practices of state
agencies that seek to positively impact the transition of youth out
of foster care or the juvenile justice system; and
(5) consult with individuals with expertise on issues
faced by youth transitioning out of foster care, the juvenile
justice system, or both.
(d) Not later than November 1, 2024, the council shall
prepare and submit to the Texas Department of Housing and Community
Affairs and the legislature a written report that:
(1) summarizes the results of the study conducted
under this section; and
(2) includes legislative recommendations based on the
results of the study, including recommendations to improve the
transition of youth out of foster care and the juvenile justice
system.
SECTION 2. This Act expires December 31, 2024.
SECTION 3. This Act takes effect September 1, 2023.