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Ending campus encampments.

5/24/2024, 1:43 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1212

Bill 118 HRES 1212, also known as the Ending Campus Encampments Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the issue of homeless encampments on college and university campuses. The bill seeks to provide funding and resources to institutions of higher education to help them effectively manage and address the presence of encampments on their campuses.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a grant program to assist colleges and universities in developing and implementing strategies to prevent and address encampments on their campuses. It also calls for the creation of a task force to study the root causes of homelessness among college students and make recommendations for addressing the issue.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increasing access to affordable housing for college students, as well as expanding mental health and support services for those experiencing homelessness. It also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between colleges, local governments, and community organizations in addressing the issue of campus encampments. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1212 aims to provide colleges and universities with the resources and support they need to effectively address the presence of encampments on their campuses and ensure that all students have access to safe and stable housing.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1212

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that canceling classes and commencements in response to unlawful encampments is unacceptable and unfair to the majority of students. The resolution also (1) condemns any negotiation where a university changes its policy in response to the demands of those occupying illegal encampments, and (2) calls on universities to work with local law enforcement to immediately clear tent encampments from university property and restore safe learning environments on their campuses.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1212

Bill HRES 1212 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 8, 2024. Bill HRES 1212 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 8, 2024.  Bill HRES 1212's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of May 8, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1212

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1212

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1212

Ending campus encampments.
Ending campus encampments.

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