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Increased Accountability for Subsidized Housing Owners Regarding Tenant Health and Safety.

This Act strengthens oversight of HUD-subsidized housing, prioritizing health, safety, and sanitation conditions. It introduces new inspection rules that incorporate tenant feedback and mandate prompt remediation of deficiencies. Owners failing to address serious issues may face funding abatement, directly improving the quality of life and safety for residents receiving housing assistance.
Key points
Tenant feedback will be mandatory in property quality assessments and will contribute to the final grading of the property.
Owners of subsidized properties must report local health and safety code violations to HUD faster (within 14 days of notice).
HUD can withhold subsidy payments for individual units due to urgent health and safety risks, but tenants will not be required to pay rent contributions during this period.
The law requires HUD to personally verify that owners have taken action to address serious health and safety deficiencies outlined in corrective action demands.
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Print number: 118_S_553
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-02-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HUD Health and Safety Accountability Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_553.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Tenant feedback will be mandatory in property quality assessments and will contribute to the final grading of the property.
  • Owners of subsidized properties must report local health and safety code violations to HUD faster (within 14 days of notice).
  • HUD can withhold subsidy payments for individual units due to urgent health and safety risks, but tenants will not be required to pay rent contributions during this period.
  • The law requires HUD to personally verify that owners have taken action to address serious health and safety deficiencies outlined in corrective action demands.
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. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

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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