HB 2216 - DIGEST

Directs the secretary of the department of social and health services to create a program for homeless persons for the purpose of short-term cash assistance intended to enable homeless persons to obtain housing and employment. In creating the program, the department shall consult with: (1) Homeless persons in the state; and

(2) The legislature.

Provides that the program created by the secretary pursuant to this act shall provide a monthly benefit of three hundred dollars per month per person for each eligible homeless person.

Provides that the act shall be null and void if appropriations are not approved.