Montana HB310 establishes a grant program to increase community shelter capacity for the homeless.

Montana HB310 establishes a grant program to increase community shelter capacity for the homeless. The Department of Public Health and Human Services will provide state matching funds to eligible applicants, including local governments and nonprofit corporations. The grants target specific populations: senior citizens, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, youth transitioning out of foster care, and individuals with mental health needs or substance use disorders. The department will adopt rules for the application process, grant award criteria, and reporting requirements.

Montana HB310 establishes a grant program to increase community shelter capacity for the homeless.

Montana HB310 establishes a grant program to increase community shelter capacity for the homeless. The Department of Public Health and Human Services will provide state matching funds to eligible applicants, including local governments and nonprofit corporations. The grants target specific populations: senior citizens, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, youth transitioning out of foster care, and individuals with mental health needs or substance use disorders. The department will adopt rules for the application process, grant award criteria, and reporting requirements.