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Public Housing Fire Safety: New Sprinkler Systems Funding

This act aims to enhance fire safety in public housing by establishing a grant program. Public housing agencies will receive funds to install automatic sprinkler systems, directly improving the safety of residents and their property. Citizens living in public housing can expect increased protection in their homes.
Key points
Establishes a grant program for installing automatic sprinkler systems in existing public housing projects.
Requires the Secretary to report on the presence of sprinkler systems in public housing, helping to assess needs.
Authorizes $25 million annually from 2024 to 2033 to fund these safety improvements, providing concrete resources.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5064
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Housing Fire Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5064.

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 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a grant program for installing automatic sprinkler systems in existing public housing projects.
  • Requires the Secretary to report on the presence of sprinkler systems in public housing, helping to assess needs.
  • Authorizes $25 million annually from 2024 to 2033 to fund these safety improvements, providing concrete resources.
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. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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