Bill Summary for H 647 (2017-2018)

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Apr 6 2017

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View NCGA Bill Details2017-2018 Session
House Bill 647 (Public) Filed Thursday, April 6, 2017
AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE JOINT LEGISLATIVE TASK FORCE ON HOMELESSNESS AND DIRECTING THE TASK FORCE TO STUDY "HOUSING FIRST" AND ITS APPLICATION IN NORTH CAROLINA.
Intro. by Pierce, Terry, Jordan, Quick.

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Includes whereas clauses. 

Establishes the North Carolina Task Force on Homelessness (Task Force) to (1) study methods of addressing homelessness, (2) study the needs specific to homelessness in NC, and (3) recommend initiatives that are appropriately tailored to the needs of North Carolina. Details information the Task Force must examine, including Housing First principles and ways in which they have been effectively applied.

Provides for the membership of the Task Force, consisting of 12 members total. Provides for designation of cochiars and meetings of the Task Force. Sets forth provisions concerning staff and expenses of the Task Force, as well as member expenses. 

Directs the Task Force to submit a final report on the results of its study and recommendations, including any proposed legislation, to the General Assembly on or before May 1, 2018, by filing a copy of the report with the Offices of the Speaker and the President Pro Tempore. Sets forth guidance on specific proposals that must be included in the report. Terminates the Task Force on May 1, 2018, or upon the filing of the final report, whichever occurs first.