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Grants for Grandfamily Housing: Onsite Services and Support for Relatives Raising Children.

This Act establishes a grant program for owners of intergenerational dwelling units, specifically targeting 'grandfamilies' (relatives raising children). The funding must be used to provide essential onsite services, such as tutoring, healthcare access, and afterschool care, coordinated by a service coordinator. This aims to improve housing stability and access to critical support resources for these families.
Key points
Provides grants to housing owners to hire service coordinators and retrofit common areas for family support programs.
Funds cover onsite services like tutoring, healthcare coordination, and age-appropriate activities for children in grandfamilies.
The program is explicitly covered by the protections outlined in the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5916
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Process start date: 2025-11-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Grandfamily Housing Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5916.

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 2025-11-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provides grants to housing owners to hire service coordinators and retrofit common areas for family support programs.
  • Funds cover onsite services like tutoring, healthcare coordination, and age-appropriate activities for children in grandfamilies.
  • The program is explicitly covered by the protections outlined in the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
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. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2].

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 2025-12-23.

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