will be produced in a manner which ensures that they will remain readable and usable even if they are subject to extended exposure to the elements. 303. Definition In this title, the term unhoused individual means a homeless individual, as defined in section 103 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act ( 42 U.S.C. 11302 ). 304. Authorization of appropriations There are authorized to be appropriated to carry out this title such sums as may be necessary for fiscal year 2024 and each succeeding fiscal year. IV General Provisions 401. State defined In this Act, the term State means each of the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the United States Virgin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. 402. Effective date Except as otherwise provided, this Act and the amendments made by this Act shall apply with respect to elections for Federal office beginning 6 months after the date of the enactment of this Act.