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Easier Housing Access for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals

New rules aim to make it easier for individuals with criminal records to rent housing by limiting the information credit agencies can share with landlords. This gives these individuals a better chance at finding stable housing, aiding their reintegration into society. Landlords will be required to provide specific reasons for rental denials if based on a credit report.
Key points
Credit agencies will be prohibited from including information about arrests, juvenile convictions, non-criminal citations, cases resolved through diversion programs, or completed sentences/pardons in tenant screening reports.
Landlords denying housing based on a consumer report must notify the applicant within 3 days and provide specific reasons, including the information from the report.
The act seeks to improve access to stable housing for formerly incarcerated individuals, which is crucial for their societal reintegration.
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Print number: 118_HR_4560
Sponsor: Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7]
Process start date: 2023-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Housing FIRST Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4560.

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 2023-07-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Credit agencies will be prohibited from including information about arrests, juvenile convictions, non-criminal citations, cases resolved through diversion programs, or completed sentences/pardons in tenant screening reports.
  • Landlords denying housing based on a consumer report must notify the applicant within 3 days and provide specific reasons, including the information from the report.
  • The act seeks to improve access to stable housing for formerly incarcerated individuals, which is crucial for their societal reintegration.
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. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7].

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 2025-12-25.

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