The Safe SHORES Act of 2024 reauthorizes and expands a federal pilot program that helps people recovering from substance abuse disorders find stable housing. The bill extends the program through 2029 and guarantees at least 50 million dollars in annual funding, with states now having five years instead of one year to spend the money. States can use these funds to acquire, rehabilitate, or construct temporary housing facilities, and the bill allows states to spend up to 1 percent of their funding on furniture for these facilities. The legislation encourages states to prioritize funding for facilities that offer workforce development, financial literacy training, and follow-up support for residents, as well as those that meet accreditation standards. Additionally, the bill requires the federal government to track the program's progress through a database and submit annual reports to Congress detailing how many people are being served, how long they stay housed, and how many successfully transition to permanent housing.
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