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 tasked with serving as an advisory body to the Office of Homelessness Prevention, focusing on developing recommendations through collaboration among state representatives, service providers, and advocacy organizations. The bill emphasizes the need for effective coordination and funding of programs aimed at assisting individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Notably, the council's membership is expanded to include 24 members, including various state officials and nine 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 to 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 collaboration and resource allocation.

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Introduced: 52:27D-287.6