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Improved Housing: New Rules for Subsidized Homes

This act introduces new rules for housing receiving government assistance to ensure safe and decent living conditions for residents. Property owners will need to meet higher standards, and tenants will gain the ability to report issues, potentially leading to penalties for owners and improved quality of life.
Key points
Owners of subsidized housing must maintain decent, safe, and sanitary conditions.
Regular surveys will be conducted among tenants to identify problems with the building or management.
Owners failing to meet standards may face financial penalties, with collected funds used for property improvements or tenant relocation.
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Print number: 118_HR_1281
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2023-03-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Housing Accountability Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1281.

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 2023-03-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Owners of subsidized housing must maintain decent, safe, and sanitary conditions.
  • Regular surveys will be conducted among tenants to identify problems with the building or management.
  • Owners failing to meet standards may face financial penalties, with collected funds used for property improvements or tenant relocation.
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. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9].

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 2025-12-24.

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