State lawmakers, Austin leaders discuss homelessness, mental health and foster care
AUSTIN, Texas — A panel of state lawmakers held a hearing on Wednesday to look at homelessness, foster youth and mental health.
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AUSTIN, Texas — A panel of state lawmakers held a hearing on Wednesday to look at homelessness, foster youth and mental health.
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