Legislative Updates 
Legislative Updates
The more people who are concerned, well-informed, and vocal about legislation and policies affecting homelessness, the more likely it is that our nation's leaders will make the best-informed decisions affecting our nation's most vulnerable citizens.
2008 provides us with the opportunity to persuade Congress to change federal policy to prevent and end homelessness. Our goal is to partner with you to develop strong and productive working relationships with your members of Congress to persuade them to take concrete action on federal policy. Our work at the National Alliance to End Homelessness is to provide you with the tools and know-how to be an effective federal homeless policy advocate.
To find out more about a particular piece of legislation the Alliance is currently following, click on one of the pieces of legislation below.
HUD and McKinney-Vento Appropriations
McKinney-Vento Reauthorization
SAMHSA Homeless Services
National Affordable Housing Trust Fund/Housing Production
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Reform Proposals
Runaway and Homeless Youth Act
Second Chance Act
2008 Policy Guide
This policy guide provides information about the most important federal programs, policies, and legislation affecting homelessness. Key housing and homelessness topics are covered including HUD's McKinney-Vento homeless assistance programs, Section 8 housing choice vouchers, and housing programs dedicated to people with HIV/AIDS, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
Policy Book 2006
This policy guide provides information about the most important federal programs, policies, and legislation affecting homelessness. Key housing and homelessness topics are covered including HUD's McKinney-Vento homeless assistance programs, Section 8 housing choice vouchers, and housing programs dedicated to people with HIV/AIDS, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
This video highlights how communities across the country are decreasing homelessness among families. Thanks to the support of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, it’s yours to use for free. 
