The bill updates the Emergency Housing Assistance Program in accordance with recent legislative mandates, requiring a bi-weekly report that captures essential data on families in emergency assistance shelters as of July 24, 2025. This report will include statistics on the number of families in shelters, those applying for assistance, and the reasons for their homelessness. It will also detail the number of families granted waivers for not providing necessary verification during their application process and outline the services available to families on the EA contact list, such as case management and health screenings. The report will incorporate new insertions that clarify the data, including the number of families in temporary respite centers and the average length of stay in the EA program.

Furthermore, the bill allocates new funding for various school districts, specifying monetary amounts for each district over several fiscal years. For example, Acton-Boxborough will receive $0 in the first year, increasing to $470,473 by the fifth year, while Boston is set to receive a total of $2,089,424 over the same period. The bill also outlines significant funding for support services, with $248.6 million designated for direct shelter costs and related services, and $17.6 million for educational aid. These allocations demonstrate a commitment to addressing both educational and housing needs, ensuring a comprehensive approach to support families in the upcoming fiscal years.