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Eviction Protection Act: New Office and Funding to Help Tenants.

This Act establishes the Office of Eviction Prevention within the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to protect tenants from evictions and their harmful consequences. The Office will manage the Eviction Protection Grant Program, providing funding to local entities for eviction prevention activities. The legislation authorizes $100 million annually for grants and $100 million annually for the Office's operations from 2024 through 2028, significantly boosting resources available to tenants facing housing instability.
Key points
Creation of the Office of Eviction Prevention within HUD to serve as the federal government's focal point for tenant protection and eviction prevention efforts.
Authorization of $100 million annually (2024-2028) for the Eviction Protection Grant Program to support local assistance initiatives.
The Office will collect eviction data, coordinate strategies with other federal agencies, and provide tenants with information on their rights and available assistance programs.
The definition of 'eviction' covers both court-ordered actions and extra-legal removals (e.g., changing locks, shutting off utilities).
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Print number: 118_HR_5816
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-30]
Process start date: 2023-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Eviction Protection Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5816.

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 2023-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of the Office of Eviction Prevention within HUD to serve as the federal government's focal point for tenant protection and eviction prevention efforts.
  • Authorization of $100 million annually (2024-2028) for the Eviction Protection Grant Program to support local assistance initiatives.
  • The Office will collect eviction data, coordinate strategies with other federal agencies, and provide tenants with information on their rights and available assistance programs.
  • The definition of 'eviction' covers both court-ordered actions and extra-legal removals (e.g., changing locks, shutting off utilities).
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. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-30].

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 2025-12-30.

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