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HOPE Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:57 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2677
The HOPE Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 2677, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of homelessness in the United States by providing funding and resources to support individuals experiencing homelessness.
The HOPE Act proposes several key initiatives to combat homelessness. One of the main provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding to local governments and non-profit organizations that are working to address homelessness in their communities. These grants would be used to fund a variety of services, including emergency shelters, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing.
Additionally, the HOPE Act includes provisions to expand access to mental health and substance abuse treatment for individuals experiencing homelessness. The bill also aims to increase funding for programs that provide job training and employment assistance to help individuals transition out of homelessness. Overall, the HOPE Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the root causes of homelessness and provide support to individuals in need. If passed, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact in reducing homelessness and improving the lives of those affected by this issue.
The HOPE Act proposes several key initiatives to combat homelessness. One of the main provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding to local governments and non-profit organizations that are working to address homelessness in their communities. These grants would be used to fund a variety of services, including emergency shelters, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing.
Additionally, the HOPE Act includes provisions to expand access to mental health and substance abuse treatment for individuals experiencing homelessness. The bill also aims to increase funding for programs that provide job training and employment assistance to help individuals transition out of homelessness. Overall, the HOPE Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the root causes of homelessness and provide support to individuals in need. If passed, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact in reducing homelessness and improving the lives of those affected by this issue.
Congressional Summary of HR 2677
Harnessing Opportunities by Pursuing Expungement Act of 2023 or the HOPE Act of 2023
This bill authorizes the Department of Justice (DOJ) to make grants to states and local governments to reduce the financial and administrative burden of expunging convictions for state cannabis offenses.
The bill also requires DOJ to study and report on (1) the effects on an individual of a criminal record report of a conviction for a criminal offense related to cannabis, and (2) the costs incurred for incarcerating an individual for a criminal offense related to cannabis.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2677
Bill HR 2677 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 18, 2023. Bill HR 2677 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 18, 2023. Bill HR 2677's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 18, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2677
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2677
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2677
HOPE Act of 2023
HOPE Act of 2023
Harnessing Opportunities by Pursuing Expungement Act of 2023
To authorize the Attorney General to make grants to States and units of local government to reduce the financial and administrative burden of expunging convictions for cannabis offenses, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2677
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