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MOLD Act: Strengthening Health and Safety Standards in Military Housing

This act establishes strict health and safety standards for military family housing to protect residents from mold and environmental hazards. It ensures independent inspections, faster repairs, and financial protection for families forced to relocate due to unsafe conditions.
Key points
Mandatory independent inspections during tenant turnover, after repairs, and upon any safety complaint.
Private housing providers must bear full financial responsibility for mold remediation, property loss, and relocation costs.
Creation of a 24/7 hotline and website for reporting humidity, water damage, and other housing hazards.
Increased transparency through public reporting of inspection results, compliance rates, and maintenance timelines.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7188
Sponsor: Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2026-01-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MOLD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7188.

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 2026-01-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory independent inspections during tenant turnover, after repairs, and upon any safety complaint.
  • Private housing providers must bear full financial responsibility for mold remediation, property loss, and relocation costs.
  • Creation of a 24/7 hotline and website for reporting humidity, water damage, and other housing hazards.
  • Increased transparency through public reporting of inspection results, compliance rates, and maintenance timelines.
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. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-12.

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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