§ 4-2306

(a) Program funds may be used for:

(1) salary and FICA for housing navigators and aftercare case managers;

(2) client–related expenses, including:

(i) first and final months’ rent;

(ii) transportation for housing searches;

(iii) moving expenses;

(iv) essential furnishings;

(v) storage;

(vi) arrearages;

(vii) credit checks and housing application fees;

(viii) security deposits;

(ix) utility deposits; and

(x) other identified needs; and

(3) other items that the Department designates.

(b) A local administrative agency shall be designated by the Department or a local government to manage the Program in a particular subdivision, provide services, and provide funds for additional costs, including operating costs, related to the Program.