HB5257

HOME ILLINOIS PROGRAM

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the Home Illinois Program to prevent and end homelessness in Illinois, with a focus on accessibility and compliance with disability.

The Home Illinois Program, established by the Illinois Department of Human Services, aims to prevent and end homelessness in Illinois. It includes services such as homeless prevention, emergency and transitional housing, rapid rehousing, outreach, capital investment, and related supports for individuals at risk or experiencing homelessness. If a municipality with a population of 500,000 or more fails to comply with federal and state disability discrimination laws by July 1, 2027, 30% of funds allocated for emergency and transitional housing must be used to improve accessibility and achieve.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Mar 2

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Anna Moeller

Feb 10

House

First Reading

Feb 10

House

Referred to Rules Committee