This bill establishes the "Interagency Council on Homelessness" within the Department of Community Affairs, replacing the previously established New Jersey Homelessness Prevention Task Force. The council is designed to serve as an advisory body to the Office of Homelessness Prevention, focusing on developing recommendations through collaboration among state government representatives, service providers, and advocacy organizations. The council's objectives include coordinating and funding programs to effectively address the needs of individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The membership of the council is expanded to include 24 members, including various state officials and public members with relevant expertise or experience.

Additionally, the bill mandates the Commissioner of Community Affairs to inform the members of the terminated task force about its dissolution and manage the transfer of records, property, and personnel to the new council. The council is also required to prepare and submit an annual report detailing its findings, conclusions, and recommendations to both the Governor and the Legislature. This legislative change aims to enhance the state's response to homelessness through improved coordination and resource allocation.

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Introduced: 52:27D-287.6