Volunteer First Responder Housing Act

Hozzl · 2024-01-31T08:15:24Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4787 Volunteer First Responder Housing Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Housing and Community Development. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/31/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4787

Bill 118 hr 4787, also known as the Volunteer First Responder Housing Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide housing assistance to volunteer first responders who serve in rural and underserved communities.

The bill recognizes the important role that volunteer first responders play in ensuring the safety and well-being of their communities. Many of these volunteers often struggle to afford housing in the areas they serve, leading to difficulties in recruitment and retention of these essential personnel.

If passed, the Volunteer First Responder Housing Act would establish a grant program to assist volunteer first responders in purchasing or renting housing in the communities where they serve. The grants would be awarded based on financial need and the availability of funds. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that the housing assistance provided is used for its intended purpose and that recipients meet certain eligibility criteria. This is to prevent misuse of funds and ensure that the program benefits those who truly need it. Overall, the Volunteer First Responder Housing Act aims to support and incentivize volunteer first responders to continue serving their communities by addressing the housing challenges they face. It is a bipartisan effort to strengthen emergency response capabilities in rural and underserved areas across the country.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4787

Bill HR 4787 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 20, 2023. Bill HR 4787 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 20, 2023. Bill HR 4787's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of July 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4787

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4787

Primary Policy Focus

Housing and Community Development

Potential Impact Areas

First responders and emergency personnelGovernment lending and loan guaranteesHousing and community development fundingHousing finance and home ownershipLow- and moderate-income housingRural conditions and developmentSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4787

Volunteer First Responder Housing ActVolunteer First Responder Housing ActTo expand eligibility for certain housing programs for qualified volunteer first responders.

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