Texas HB2724 mandates equitable operations policies for emergency homeless shelters receiving state or federal funds.

HB2724 requires the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to establish rules ensuring emergency homeless shelters provide equal access to shelter and support services. These shelters must adopt policies eliminating discrimination, offering culturally appropriate services, and ensuring equal access to basic amenities. They must also prioritize vulnerable groups, adopt trauma-informed care, provide staff training on equity and inclusion, and implement policies for community stabilization during emergencies.

Texas HB2724 mandates equitable operations policies for emergency homeless shelters receiving state or federal funds.

HB2724 requires the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to establish rules ensuring emergency homeless shelters provide equal access to shelter and support services. These shelters must adopt policies eliminating discrimination, offering culturally appropriate services, and ensuring equal access to basic amenities. They must also prioritize vulnerable groups, adopt trauma-informed care, provide staff training on equity and inclusion, and implement policies for community stabilization during emergencies.