Enacts the "shelter arrears eviction forestallment act"

Expanded eligible expenses from rent arrears only to include mortgage arrears, homeowners' association fees, legal fees, and late fees when necessary to retain housing.

Added new administrative rule allowing program payments to households unable to reasonably demonstrate ability to pay future shelter expenses.

Added provision allowing districts to establish local criteria for fund use while maintaining responsibility for not exceeding allocations.

Added option for districts to delegate program administration to other public agencies, contractors, or non-profit organizations.

Updated bill title and committee assignment to reflect additional sponsors and committee discharge status.