Establishes Housing Placement for Survivors Program to assist domestic violence survivors with temporary housing and provide tax credits to certain housing unit owners offering reduced rate to domestic violence survivors.
This bill creates the Housing Placement for Survivors Program within the Department of Children and Families to help domestic violence survivors find temporary housing. It encourages landlords and hotel owners to offer reduced rental rates to survivors by allowing them to claim a state tax credit for the portion of costs they waive. The program defines specific terms for eligible housing, such as requiring a discount of at least 30 percent for stays between 30 and 180 days, and limits the total annual tax credits to $15 million. By providing financial incentives, the legislation aims to increase the availability of safe, short-term accommodations for individuals fleeing domestic violence.
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Introduced May 14, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee
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Benjie Wimberly
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