The April 2025 Resettlement Agency Report outlines the utilization of $10 million appropriated for resettlement agencies (RAs) that assist refugees and immigrants under contract with the U.S. State Department, as mandated by Chapter 77 of the acts of 2023. This funding is aimed at providing essential services to eligible displaced persons and preventing families from entering the emergency shelter system. The report details the performance of eight RAs, which are working to resettle a total of 395 families by June 2025, following an extension of their initial contract deadlines. The report also highlights the distribution of funds, with $2.5 million allocated to support the RAs' caseloads and an additional $8 million earmarked for rehousing efforts.
The report includes specific data on the number of immigrants and refugees served by each RA, the breakdown of individuals currently in emergency housing assistance, and those who have been resettled into long-term housing. As of April 2025, a total of 504 individuals are currently in emergency assistance, while 1,549 have arrived as refugees or migrants. Additionally, 235 families have successfully transitioned into long-term housing. The report also provides insights into the federal work authorization status of the enrolled adults, with 252 having received authorization and 284 having filed for it. Overall, the report serves as a comprehensive update on the progress and challenges faced by the RAs in fulfilling their resettlement commitments.