The bill outlines updates to the Emergency Housing Assistance Program as mandated by Chapters 77 of the Acts of 2023 and 88 of the Acts of 2024. It includes a bi-weekly report detailing key data points as of January 9, 2025, such as the total number of families in emergency assistance (EA), the number of families currently in shelters, and the number of families applying for shelter. Notably, the report highlights that there are 3,166 families in EA, with 5,930 families certified under G.L. Chapter 23B Section 30 paragraph G. The report also provides insights into the services offered to families, including work authorization clinics and various support services.

Additionally, the bill specifies financial expenditures related to the EA program, indicating a total of $856.8 million spent in FY24 and $411.8 million in FY25 on various housing assistance initiatives. The report emphasizes the ongoing efforts to maximize federal support for the program, including securing FEMA grants and a revised 1115 waiver for additional reimbursements. The data presented in the report reflects the administration's commitment to addressing the housing crisis and supporting families in need through comprehensive assistance and resources.