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Housing Is a Human Right Act 2025: Homelessness Support and Housing Stability

The "Housing Is a Human Right Act of 2025" aims to comprehensively address homelessness by providing housing support, access to services, and protection of rights. It introduces new grant programs, changes rules for using public buildings, and modifies the tax system to fund these initiatives. Citizens can expect increased housing availability, support in difficult life situations, and protection against discrimination.
Key points
New grant programs for cities and organizations to assist homeless and housing-unstable individuals, focusing on providing housing and support services.
Facilitating access to underutilized public buildings for conversion into housing or shelters for homeless individuals.
Changes to tax laws, including new taxes on luxury real estate transactions and large landlords, to fund housing programs.
Strengthening the rights of homeless individuals, including prohibiting penalties for essential human activities (e.g., sleeping in public) and facilitating voting access.
Support for libraries to create programs assisting homeless and housing-unstable persons, offering safe spaces and access to resources.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4457
Sponsor: Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]
Process start date: 2025-07-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Housing Is a Human Right Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4457.

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 2025-07-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New grant programs for cities and organizations to assist homeless and housing-unstable individuals, focusing on providing housing and support services.
  • Facilitating access to underutilized public buildings for conversion into housing or shelters for homeless individuals.
  • Changes to tax laws, including new taxes on luxury real estate transactions and large landlords, to fund housing programs.
  • Strengthening the rights of homeless individuals, including prohibiting penalties for essential human activities (e.g., sleeping in public) and facilitating voting access.
  • Support for libraries to create programs assisting homeless and housing-unstable persons, offering safe spaces and access to resources.
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. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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