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Extended Support and Anti-Trafficking Measures for Homeless Youth Under 26

This law reauthorizes and expands federal programs for runaway and homeless youth, explicitly defining eligibility for transitional housing and support services (Part B) as youth less than 26 years of age. It mandates that service providers offer trauma-informed care, explicitly prohibit discrimination, and actively assist youth in securing independent student status for college financial aid. The changes aim to provide a more stable and equitable pathway to adulthood for vulnerable populations.
Key points
Eligibility for transitional housing and support services is defined as youth less than 26 years of age, providing a longer pathway to stable adulthood.
Service centers must help homeless youth obtain "independent student" status for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), significantly improving access to higher education.
The law explicitly bans discrimination based on gender identity, sexual orientation, race, and disability, ensuring equitable access to trauma-informed care and shelter.
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Additional Information
Runaway and Homeless Youth and Trafficking Prevention Act of 2023
Print number: HR 6041
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Process start date: 2023-10-25