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Housing Support for Volunteer First Responders

This act aims to expand access to housing programs for volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians. It provides financial deductions or discounted home prices for qualified volunteers, supporting those who dedicate their time to community safety.
Key points
Volunteer firefighters and EMTs can receive an $18,000 annual income deduction in the Department of Agriculture's Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program.
Qualified volunteers are eligible for discounted home purchases through the "Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program" and similar programs for emergency services.
To qualify, volunteers must have served continuously for 2 years, met minimum service requirements or volunteered at least 200 hours annually, and hold relevant certifications.
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Print number: 117_S_2316
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2021-07-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Volunteer First Responder Housing Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2316.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Volunteer firefighters and EMTs can receive an $18,000 annual income deduction in the Department of Agriculture's Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program.
  • Qualified volunteers are eligible for discounted home purchases through the "Good Neighbor Next Door Sales Program" and similar programs for emergency services.
  • To qualify, volunteers must have served continuously for 2 years, met minimum service requirements or volunteered at least 200 hours annually, and hold relevant certifications.
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 Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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