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Expedited Rental Aid: Funds for Rent Arrears

This act aims to speed up the payment of emergency rental assistance funds. It ensures that unused funds are exclusively used for rent arrears, potentially helping those facing eviction. It also shortens the availability period for these funds.
Key points
Unpaid emergency rental assistance funds will be quickly disbursed to eligible recipients.
These funds, including those already paid but unused by July 1, 2021, must be used solely for rent arrears.
The deadline for using all rental assistance funds has been shortened from September 30, 2022, to December 31, 2021.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3913
Sponsor: Rep. McHenry, Patrick T. [R-NC-10]
Process start date: 2021-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Renter Protection Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3913.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Unpaid emergency rental assistance funds will be quickly disbursed to eligible recipients.
  • These funds, including those already paid but unused by July 1, 2021, must be used solely for rent arrears.
  • The deadline for using all rental assistance funds has been shortened from September 30, 2022, to December 31, 2021.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McHenry, Patrick T. [R-NC-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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