Safe Temperature Act of 2023

Senate Bill 579 - Safe Temperature Act of 2023: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2024-02-16T15:28:31Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 579 Safe Temperature Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Housing and Community Development. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/16/2024, 3:28 PM

Congressional Summary of S 579

Safe Temperature Act of 2023

This bill allows the Department of Housing and Urban Development to require units in public housing, supportive housing for the elderly, and dwellings receiving low-income housing choice voucher assistance to maintain a temperature level ranging from 71 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Current Status of Bill S 579

Bill S 579 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 1, 2023. Bill S 579 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 1, 2023. Bill S 579's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of March 1, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 579

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 579

Primary Policy Focus

Housing and Community Development

Potential Impact Areas

- Housing and community development funding

- Housing for the elderly and disabled

- Housing industry and standards

- Lighting, heating, cooling

- Low- and moderate-income housing

- Public housing

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 579

Safe Temperature Act of 2023

A bill to provide for a comfortable and safe temperature level in dwelling units receiving certain Federal housing assistance, and for other purposes.