Model Legislation – Outreach and Short-term Housing to Reduce Unsheltered Homelessness

Legislators often want to act quickly to address homelessness, but building new housing takes time. This model legislation provides states with practical, immediate steps to address rising rates of homelessness while laying the foundation for long-term solutions. This template bill establishes a grant program to fund outreach teams and short-term housing options such as vouchers and motels—critical tools for engaging people and providing immediate relief for unsheltered homelessness.