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H7225Introduced in the House

Establishes rules and procedures for licensing emergency shelters for homeless persons, including setting minimum standards and prohibiting the charging of fees to the residents.

IntroducedHouse Municipal Government & Housing

Introduced by John Lombardi, District 8

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STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- EMERGENCY SHELTERS - Establishes rules and procedures for licensing emergency shelters for homeless persons, including setting minimum standards and prohibiting the charging of fees to the residents.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

February 11, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Municipal Government & Housing

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (02/11/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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