Jun 28, 2021 | State Policy
As state legislative sessions come to a close throughout the country, SchoolHouse Connection and our partners are celebrating major state policy wins for children and youth experiencing homelessness. Every year, our team undertakes legislative advocacy campaigns with...
Feb 16, 2021 | State Policy
2020 brought opportunities for reflection and reset as our nation grappled with the COVID-19 pandemic, racial injustice, and a tense presidential election cycle. In the midst of these challenges, SchoolHouse Connection’s state policy team testified before interim...
Jun 14, 2021 | Resources, State Policy
This document summarizes the current state laws on vital records pertaining to children and youth experiencing homelessness. Please contact Patricia Julianelle to share information about other state laws on vital records and youth experiencing homelessness....
May 19, 2020 | News and Views, State Policy
With just one day remaining in the 2020 legislative session, HB 1414 crossed the finish line in the Missouri state legislature last week. It now awaits the governor’s signature. HB 1414 will: Expand homeless youth’s access to Medicaid up to age 21 (Missouri has not...
Nov 19, 2018 | Policy Updates, State Policy
Although state legislatures will not begin considering new legislation until early next year, SchoolHouse Connection and our state policy partners have been working feverishly for months to prepare. Last week, our first bill was introduced. Representative Mary...
Jul 6, 2020 | Resources, State Policy
Download the PDF State Laws Supporting College Students Experiencing Homelessness State legislatures have been actively supporting college students experiencing homelessness over the past few years. State legislation can provide a variety of critical supports,...
