House Bill No. by Representative Knox aims to enhance oversight of publicly funded homeless service providers in Louisiana. The bill enacts new provisions under R.S. 24:513(Q) and R.S. 40:581, which empower the legislative auditor to review and report on these service providers to ensure transparency and proper use of public funds. Specifically, any organization receiving state or local public funds must submit to a legislative audit upon request and provide detailed documentation regarding their program performance, effectiveness, and financial allocations.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that failure to comply with these audit and reporting requirements may lead to the suspension or termination of public funding, in accordance with applicable laws and contract provisions. This legislative measure is designed to hold homeless service providers accountable and ensure that public resources are utilized effectively to address homelessness in the state.