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Increased Transparency in Assisted Housing Inspections: Reports and Database

This act aims to increase transparency regarding housing conditions in assistance programs. It will provide citizens with access to information on housing inspection results, allowing them to better assess the quality and safety of places they live in or plan to live in. The act mandates the creation of public reports and a database on issues in government-supported housing.
Key points
The government will publish annual reports on assisted housing units that fail inspections, detailing specific defects and remediation progress.
A publicly accessible online database will be created, allowing anyone to search for inspection statuses and scores of individual assisted housing projects and check if identified defects have been resolved.
Reports and the database will not include any personally identifiable information, ensuring privacy protection for residents.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8476
Sponsor: Rep. Ocasio-Cortez, Alexandria [D-NY-14]
Process start date: 2022-07-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Housing Inspections Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8476.

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 2022-07-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will publish annual reports on assisted housing units that fail inspections, detailing specific defects and remediation progress.
  • A publicly accessible online database will be created, allowing anyone to search for inspection statuses and scores of individual assisted housing projects and check if identified defects have been resolved.
  • Reports and the database will not include any personally identifiable information, ensuring privacy protection for residents.
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. Ocasio-Cortez, Alexandria [D-NY-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 23.

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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