The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6553, aims to amend current statutes to enable coordinated action networks to refer families to homeless shelters that have overflow beds or triage rooms available. This change is contingent upon each shelter manager or director retaining decision-making authority regarding the admittance of individuals to their facilities.
The bill does not specify any deletions from current law but introduces new provisions that facilitate the referral process for families in need of shelter, thereby enhancing the capacity of shelters to accommodate those experiencing homelessness. The intent is to improve access to necessary resources for families while ensuring that shelter management retains control over admissions.