The proposed bill seeks to modify the operations and requirements of the Short-Term Family Housing (STFH) Program, enhancing support for families experiencing homelessness in the District of Columbia. Key changes include extending the timeframe for families to transition to permanent housing from 90 days to 120 days, allowing for overflow service activation whenever shelter capacity reaches 80 percent, and introducing new deliverables such as program management forms and non-discrimination statements. The bill also emphasizes the importance of engaging the entire household in case management, ensuring that case managers maintain regular contact with residents and document their progress effectively.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific staffing requirements for STFH providers, mandating that professional staff possess necessary qualifications and experience, while allowing for flexibility in hiring individuals with lived experience of homelessness. It updates cleaning and maintenance standards, fire safety protocols, and food service requirements, including compliance with the Child and Adult Care Food Program for residents under 18 during summer breaks. Overall, these modifications aim to improve the quality of services provided to families in STFH, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing pathways to stability and self-sufficiency.