131st MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 599 LR 1507(02)
An Act to Provide Support Services for a Transitional Housing Program for Homeless Persons
Fiscal Note for Bill as Amended by Committee Amendment " "
Committee: Health and Human Services
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Fiscal Note
FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 Projections  FY 2025-26 Projections  FY 2026-27
Net Cost (Savings)
General Fund $1,200,000 $1,200,000 $1,200,000 $1,200,000
Appropriations/Allocations
General Fund $1,200,000 $1,200,000 $1,200,000 $1,200,000
Fiscal Detail and Notes
This bill includes ongoing General Fund appropriations to the Department of Health and Human Services of $1,200,000 beginning in fiscal year 2023-24 for the department to contract for support services for a transitional housing program in Portland that provides low-barrier, 24-hour, 7-day-a-week shelter, comprehensive case management and daily living support services to individuals experiencing homelessness who also have medical, mental health or substance use-related needs. This appropriation would be in addition to any of the current MaineCare program funding already provided for other services.