A bill 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.

12/13/2024, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Bill 118 s 5520, also known as the Military Housing Privatization Improvement Act of 2021, 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, as well as the oversight and accountability of private entities responsible for managing and maintaining these properties.

Specifically, the bill proposes amendments to title 10 of the United States Code in order to enhance the quality of military housing by requiring private entities to meet certain standards and requirements. These standards may include regular inspections, maintenance, and repairs to ensure that military families are provided with safe and habitable living conditions.

Additionally, the bill aims to improve oversight and accountability by increasing transparency and reporting requirements for private entities involved in military housing projects. This may involve regular audits, reviews, and assessments to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently to support military families. Overall, the Military Housing Privatization Improvement Act of 2021 seeks to address the challenges and shortcomings in the current system of providing military housing through private entities. By implementing these proposed amendments, the bill aims to ensure that members of the Armed Forces and their families are provided with high-quality housing that meets their needs and supports their well-being.
Congress
118

Number
S - 5520

Introduced on
2024-12-12

# 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

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Bill 118 s 5520, also known as the Military Housing Privatization Improvement Act of 2021, 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, as well as the oversight and accountability of private entities responsible for managing and maintaining these properties.

Specifically, the bill proposes amendments to title 10 of the United States Code in order to enhance the quality of military housing by requiring private entities to meet certain standards and requirements. These standards may include regular inspections, maintenance, and repairs to ensure that military families are provided with safe and habitable living conditions.

Additionally, the bill aims to improve oversight and accountability by increasing transparency and reporting requirements for private entities involved in military housing projects. This may involve regular audits, reviews, and assessments to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently to support military families. Overall, the Military Housing Privatization Improvement Act of 2021 seeks to address the challenges and shortcomings in the current system of providing military housing through private entities. By implementing these proposed amendments, the bill aims to ensure that members of the Armed Forces and their families are provided with high-quality housing that meets their needs and supports their well-being.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill 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.

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Latest Action12/12/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.