Faced with an increase in unsheltered Oregonians and one of the nation's highest rates of #homelessyouth, #Oregon lawmakers say the time to act is now.

"We really are doing something in response to an urgent humanitarian crisis across our state," said bill sponsor Maxine Dexter. "Our intention is that this will be on the governor's desk by March 17."

KATU: Legislative hearing sees support for large #housing, #homelessness package
https://katu.com/news/local/oregon-legislative-hearing-sees-support-for-large-housinghomelessness-package

I just found this alarming post from the Ali Forney Center, on their Instagram account. please help spread the word.

I’m not sure how best to contact the agency, their web page has the usual drop down form to fill out… aargh

#lgbtqyouth #aliforneycenter #runaways #homelessyouth

Please write #NY Governor Hochul and urge her to sign the bill that has been on her desk for months!! A bill that gives #HomelessYouth the right to consent to their own healthcare.

https://citylimits.org/2022/06/04/as-states-target-trans-kids-ny-lawmakers-vote-to-let-homeless-teens-make-their-own-health-decisions/

You can contact her here:
https://www.governor.ny.gov/content/governor-contact-form

Thank you!

#LGBTQYouth #EndYouthHomelessness