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New Council to Boost Oversight and Accountability for Military Housing Quality.

This Act establishes the Military Housing Readiness Council within the Department of Defense to enhance oversight and accountability regarding the quality and safety of privatized military housing. The Council, composed of independent construction experts and military spouses, will review policies, monitor compliance with tenant rights, and track maintenance performance. Its findings and annual reports will be made public, ensuring greater transparency for military families.
Key points
Creation of an oversight Council including independent housing experts and military family representatives to monitor housing conditions.
The Council will review policies regarding landlord payment of medical bills if housing fails to meet minimum habitability standards.
Mandatory public reporting on tenant complaints, maintenance response times, and inspection results to increase accountability of housing providers.
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Print number: 118_S_2047
Sponsor: Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Process start date: 2023-06-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Military Housing Readiness Council Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2047.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of an oversight Council including independent housing experts and military family representatives to monitor housing conditions.
  • The Council will review policies regarding landlord payment of medical bills if housing fails to meet minimum habitability standards.
  • Mandatory public reporting on tenant complaints, maintenance response times, and inspection results to increase accountability of housing providers.
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. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA].

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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