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Public Housing Fire Safety: Grants for Sprinkler System Installation.

This Act establishes a new federal grant program aimed at improving fire safety in older public housing units. Public Housing Agencies can apply for funds to install automatic sprinkler systems, directly enhancing the protection of residents' lives and property. The program authorizes $25 million annually for ten years.
Key points
New Grant Program: $250 million over 10 years authorized to fund the installation of automatic sprinkler systems in older public housing projects.
Increased Safety: Residents of older public housing buildings will benefit from enhanced fire protection measures.
Mandatory Reporting: The federal government must inspect and report to Congress on which public housing units currently lack sprinkler systems.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4359
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Process start date: 2025-07-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Public Housing Fire Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4359.

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 2025-07-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Grant Program: $250 million over 10 years authorized to fund the installation of automatic sprinkler systems in older public housing projects.
  • Increased Safety: Residents of older public housing buildings will benefit from enhanced fire protection measures.
  • Mandatory Reporting: The federal government must inspect and report to Congress on which public housing units currently lack sprinkler systems.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12].

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 2025-12-31.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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