In December 2006, Congressman Davis and the late Congresswoman Julia Carson (D-IN) joined together to spearhead a bi-partisan effort to improve federal programs for the homeless.
The HEARTH Act was created to improve HUD's definition of “homeless,” increase local flexibility and streamline the Homeless Assistance Grants Program.
As you may know, the number of homeless people in Kentucky has nearly doubled since 2005. Many local shelters and service providers not only lack the necessary resources to meet rising demand, but also lack the flexibility to respond to the local needs. Homelessness in the Fourth District is not the same as homelessness in Los Angeles or New York City, so the HEARTH Act will give local service providers more flexibility while reducing overhead costs and unnecessary bureaucratic burdens.
After nearly three years of work, the HEARTH Act was signed into law by President Obama on May 20, 2009.
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The documents below will allow you to follow the progress of the HEARTH Act through the 110th and 111th Congress.
May 21, 2009:
Congressman Davis’ HEARTH Legislation to Fight Homelessness Signed into Law
April 7, 2009:
Congressman Davis’ HEARTH Legislation to Fight Homelessness is Reintroduced in Congress
February 9, 2009:
Congressman Davis Receives Award for Distinguished Service in Housing
October 28, 2008:
Bipartisan Efforts Create Effective Solutions for Americans
October 21, 2008:
New Davis Legislation Would Ease Economic Pain for Many
October 15, 2008:
House Passes Davis Legislation to Fight Homelessness
November 27, 2007:
Congress Still Has Work To Do
October 4, 2007:
Davis’ Legislation Focus of Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and Community Opportunity Hearing
February 8, 2007:
Congressman Davis Introduces Bi-Partisan Legislation to Streamline Homelessness Assistance Programs and Address Issues Related to Homelessness
