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Grandfamily Housing Act: Grants for Onsite Support Services for Kinship Families.

This Act establishes a new federal grant program for owners of housing units occupied by intergenerational families (e.g., grandparents raising grandchildren). The goal is to fund essential onsite services, such as tutoring, afterschool care, and health care coordination, directly within their residential properties. This initiative aims to provide better social and educational support for these families where they live.
Key points
Property owners housing grandfamilies can receive grants to hire service coordinators who will organize tutoring, health services, and age-appropriate activities for the children.
Funds can be used for retrofitting and maintaining common areas within the property to facilitate the provision of these support programs.
The program ensures compliance with the Fair Housing Act and extends protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) to participating families.
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Print number: 118_S_1448
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2023-05-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Grandfamily Housing Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1448.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Property owners housing grandfamilies can receive grants to hire service coordinators who will organize tutoring, health services, and age-appropriate activities for the children.
  • Funds can be used for retrofitting and maintaining common areas within the property to facilitate the provision of these support programs.
  • The program ensures compliance with the Fair Housing Act and extends protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) to participating families.
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 Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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