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Safe Shelters for Children: New Licensing and Transparency Rules

This act introduces new requirements for organizations seeking funds to operate shelters for unaccompanied children. It aims to enhance the safety and transparency of such facilities by verifying applicants' backgrounds and licenses. Citizens can expect better care for children residing in these shelters.
Key points
Grant applicants for shelters must disclose any prior legal or regulatory issues from the past five years.
Organizations operating shelters must hold a valid state license at the time of application for funding.
Federal authorities will collaborate with state agencies to check applicants' histories in state databases.
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Additional Information
SHELTER Act of 2021
Print number: HR 5882
Sponsor: Rep. Price, David E. [D-NC-4]
Process start date: 2021-11-04