We, the undersigned citizens, urge you to take meaningful action to address the homelessness crisisin our state. As you know, the number of people experiencing homelessness in our communities has been growing alarmingly in recent years, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated this humanitarian issue. We believe that no one should have to sleep on thein our state. As you know, homelessness is a complex and multifaceted issue that affects thousands of individuals, families, and communities across our state. We believe that every person deserves a safe and stable place to call home, and that ending homelessness is not only a moral imperative but also a smart investment in our state's future. Homelessness not only causes immense suffering for those who experience it but also strains our healthcare, criminal justice, and social service systems, and undermines our economy and social cohesion. Therefore, we urge you to support policies and programs that: 1. Increase affordable housing supply and reduce housing costs, especially for extremely low-income households, people with disabilities, and veterans. 2. Expand access to supportive services, such as mental health care, substance use treatment, and employment assistance, that are critical for preventing and ending homelessness. 3. Improve prevention efforts, such as eviction prevention, rental assistance, and homeless prevention programs, that can stabilize households before they become homeless. 4. Enhance data collection, monitoring, and evaluation to better understand the causes and consequences of homelessness, and to ensure that resources are allocated effectively and efficiently. We recognize that addressing homelessness will require a sustained and coordinated effort from all sectors of society, including government, nonprofits, businesses, and communities. We hope that you will join us in this urgent and necessary task and take decisive action to end homelessness in our state. Thank you for your attention and consideration. Sincerely,