HJR 11: DIRECTING THE JUDICIARY TO ESTABLISH A WORKING GROUP TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A HOUSING OPPORTUNITY AND POVERTY ELIMINATION (HOPE) COURT PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH STATE AGENCIES AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS AND TO PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR STATEWIDE IMPLEMENTATION.
HJR 11 status: Enacted — Signed by Governor (updated Aug 17, 2026).
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Bill summary
OfficialThis House Joint Resolution directs the Judiciary to establish a Working Group to explore the feasibility of establishing a Housing Opportunity and Poverty Elimination (HOPE) Court Program in partnership with State agencies and community organizations and to provide recommendations for statewide implementation....
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Environment
Benefits
- no direct impact on environmental policy
Risks
- no direct impact on environmental policy
Economy
Benefits
- potential reduction in social service costs
- focuses on long-term poverty alleviation
Risks
- initial administrative costs of the working group
Society
Benefits
- promotes holistic approach to housing stability
- integrates state agencies and community partners
Risks
- effectiveness depends entirely on future implementation recommendations
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Analysis status
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feasibility study results may lead to future calls for significant fiscal appropriation
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