What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 4237.
Enhanced Tenant Rights in Federal Housing: Better Conditions and Protection
This act strengthens the rights of tenants in federally assisted housing, providing them with new tools to enforce housing standards and protect against unfair landlord actions. Citizens gain the ability to influence the quality of their housing and access information about the property.
Key points
Tenants can withhold part of their rent and pay it into an escrow fund if the landlord fails to fix serious housing violations.
Tenants can make repairs themselves and deduct the documented cost from their rent if the landlord is unresponsive.
Landlords are prohibited from evicting tenants for exercising these new rights.
Housing inspections can be requested by 25% of tenants or local government.
Tenants gain the right to access information about the owner, property finances, and inspection reports.
Increased funding for tenant organizing and capacity building.
Status:
Expired
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