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Improved Healthcare and Support for Homeless Individuals

This act establishes a pilot "street medicine" program to provide healthcare to unsheltered homeless individuals in eligible cities. It aims to improve access to medical services and medications, and enhance safety standards in shelters. Additionally, it facilitates student loan repayment for professionals assisting the homeless and in community service roles.
Key points
Street Medicine Program: Homeless individuals will receive direct medical care where they are, without needing a permanent address.
Support for Professionals: Healthcare providers and other specialists assisting the homeless may receive student loan repayment assistance.
Safer Shelters: Shelters must provide menstrual products for women and maintain security camera systems for increased safety.
Student Loan Relief: Community Service Officers (CSOs) can more easily qualify for student loan forgiveness, even if working part-time.
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Additional Information
DIRECT Care for the Homeless Act of 2023
Print number: HR 5387
Sponsor: Rep. Chavez-DeRemer, Lori [R-OR-5]
Process start date: 2023-09-12