Directs Department of Education to establish pilot program in which certain school districts make one-time distributions to families of students to assist with unpaid rent, past-due utilities or move-in expenses.] Modifies eligibility requirements for organizations that may receive grants from unaccompanied homeless youth grant program. Extends higher education tuition and fee waivers to current or former homeless youth. Extends independent residence facility eligibility to current or former homeless youth. Directs Department of Human Services to submit to interim legislative committees recommendations for legislation to reduce numbers of youth experiencing homelessness. Appropriates moneys to Department of Human Services for certain homeless youth programs. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 350.300, 418.475
A-Engrossed: 350.300, 418.475
Enrolled: 350.300, 418.475