What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 4232.
Guaranteed Housing Vouchers and Ban on Source of Income Discrimination
This Act aims to end homelessness by expanding housing assistance. It establishes the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program as an entitlement for eligible low-income families starting in fiscal year 2028. Additionally, the law prohibits housing discrimination based on source of income, protecting individuals utilizing federal, state, or local housing assistance.
Key points
Housing Guarantee: Starting in fiscal year 2028, Housing Choice Vouchers become an entitlement program for qualified families.
Voucher Expansion: 500,000 incremental vouchers will be allocated in fiscal year 2024, and 500,000 annually from 2025 through 2027 (totaling 2 million).
Anti-Discrimination Law: The Act amends the Fair Housing Act to include "source of income" (including vouchers and social benefits) as a protected category.
Homelessness Funding: $1 billion appropriated annually (2024-2028) for emergency grants, with a requirement to use at least 75% for permanent supportive housing (unless exempted).
Initial Costs Covered: Agencies may authorize the use of voucher assistance for security deposits, broker fees, and application fees.
Status:
Expired
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