To amend title 10, United States Code, to improve the provision of military housing to members of the Armed Forces and their families through private entities, and for other purposes.

12/16/2024, 7:30 PM
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 hr 10342, also known as the Military Housing Privatization Improvement Act, aims to make improvements to the provision of military housing for members of the Armed Forces and their families through private entities. The bill seeks to address issues related to the quality and availability of military housing by implementing various reforms.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of new requirements for private entities that provide military housing. These requirements include ensuring that housing units meet certain quality standards, providing timely maintenance and repairs, and implementing measures to address health and safety concerns. The bill also aims to increase transparency and accountability by requiring regular inspections of military housing units and providing mechanisms for service members to report any issues or concerns.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance the oversight and management of military housing privatization projects. This includes requiring the Department of Defense to conduct regular audits of private entities involved in providing military housing and to establish a process for resolving disputes between service members and private housing providers. Overall, the Military Housing Privatization Improvement Act seeks to improve the quality of military housing for service members and their families by implementing stricter standards for private entities and enhancing oversight and accountability measures. By addressing these issues, the bill aims to ensure that service members have access to safe, affordable, and high-quality housing options while serving in the Armed Forces.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 10342

Introduced on
2024-12-10

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 hr 10342, also known as the Military Housing Privatization Improvement Act, aims to make improvements to the provision of military housing for members of the Armed Forces and their families through private entities. The bill seeks to address issues related to the quality and availability of military housing by implementing various reforms.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of new requirements for private entities that provide military housing. These requirements include ensuring that housing units meet certain quality standards, providing timely maintenance and repairs, and implementing measures to address health and safety concerns. The bill also aims to increase transparency and accountability by requiring regular inspections of military housing units and providing mechanisms for service members to report any issues or concerns.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance the oversight and management of military housing privatization projects. This includes requiring the Department of Defense to conduct regular audits of private entities involved in providing military housing and to establish a process for resolving disputes between service members and private housing providers. Overall, the Military Housing Privatization Improvement Act seeks to improve the quality of military housing for service members and their families by implementing stricter standards for private entities and enhancing oversight and accountability measures. By addressing these issues, the bill aims to ensure that service members have access to safe, affordable, and high-quality housing options while serving in the Armed Forces.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title 10, United States Code, to improve the provision of military housing to members of the Armed Forces and their families through private entities, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Alejandra Frost
@recado_rojo_auchentoshan_okra81797
This bill help military families with housing. It's good for them and our country.

Recent Activity

Latest Action12/10/2024
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the ju...