Volunteer First Responder Housing Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-12T17:09:28Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1988 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.

3/12/2024, 5:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 1988

Bill 118 s 1988, 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. These individuals often face challenges in finding affordable housing, especially in areas where the cost of living is high. The Volunteer First Responder Housing Act aims to address this issue by providing grants to eligible organizations that can be used to construct or renovate housing facilities for volunteer first responders.

In order to qualify for assistance under this bill, organizations must demonstrate that they serve a rural or underserved community and that they have a high need for housing assistance for their volunteer first responders. The grants provided under the Volunteer First Responder Housing Act can be used for a variety of purposes, including the construction of new housing units, the renovation of existing housing facilities, and the provision of essential amenities such as utilities and security systems. Overall, the Volunteer First Responder Housing Act seeks to support and recognize the valuable contributions of volunteer first responders by ensuring that they have access to safe and affordable housing. By addressing the housing needs of these individuals, the bill aims to strengthen the capacity of rural and underserved communities to respond to emergencies and protect the well-being of their residents.

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Current Status of Bill S 1988

Bill S 1988 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2023. Bill S 1988 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 14, 2023. Bill S 1988's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of June 14, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1988

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 S 1988

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

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