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Housing Stipend for Members of the House of Representatives

This bill establishes a monthly housing stipend of $2,500 for eligible Members of the House of Representatives. The aim is to help them secure housing in the Washington metropolitan area, potentially impacting their availability and work efficiency. Citizens should be aware that this represents an additional cost funded by the public budget.
Key points
Establishes a monthly housing stipend of $2,500 for each eligible Member of the House of Representatives.
The stipend must be used to obtain housing in the Washington metropolitan area.
Eligibility requires a statement that the Member will not use their office for personal overnight accommodations.
Includes Delegates and Resident Commissioners to Congress in the definition of 'Member of the House of Representatives'.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9416
Sponsor: Rep. Perlmutter, Ed [D-CO-7]
Process start date: 2022-12-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To establish an allowance to provide a housing stipend for Members of the House of Representatives.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9416.

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 2022-12-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a monthly housing stipend of $2,500 for each eligible Member of the House of Representatives.
  • The stipend must be used to obtain housing in the Washington metropolitan area.
  • Eligibility requires a statement that the Member will not use their office for personal overnight accommodations.
  • Includes Delegates and Resident Commissioners to Congress in the definition of 'Member of the House of Representatives'.
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. Perlmutter, Ed [D-CO-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

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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