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Guaranteeing Temporary Housing for Military Families on Base Waitlists.

This bill requires the Department of Defense to provide temporary housing for military families waiting for on-base accommodations for more than 10 days after relocating. This measure protects families financially and ensures stability during permanent changes of station. The cost of temporary housing is capped at the service member's Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH).
Key points
Military families waiting over 10 days for on-base housing after relocation must be provided temporary accommodations.
The cost of temporary housing is limited to the service member's Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rate, preventing unexpected financial burdens.
Requires the Department of Defense to report specific data on housing wait times and the factors causing delays exceeding 10 days.
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Print number: 118_S_1980
Sponsor: Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA]
Process start date: 2023-06-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Military Housing Wait Times Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1980.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Military families waiting over 10 days for on-base housing after relocation must be provided temporary accommodations.
  • The cost of temporary housing is limited to the service member's Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rate, preventing unexpected financial burdens.
  • Requires the Department of Defense to report specific data on housing wait times and the factors causing delays exceeding 10 days.
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. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA].

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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