Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-03-28T12:54:17Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1981 Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Housing and Community Development. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/28/2025, 12:54 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1981

Bill 119 HR 1981, also known as the "Housing Choice Voucher Expansion Act," aims to increase the number of landlords participating in the Housing Choice Voucher program. The Housing Choice Voucher program, also known as Section 8, provides rental assistance to low-income individuals and families by subsidizing a portion of their rent payments.

The bill proposes several measures to incentivize landlords to participate in the program. One key provision is the establishment of a landlord recruitment and retention program, which would provide financial incentives and support services to landlords who accept Housing Choice Voucher holders as tenants. This program aims to address the current shortage of landlords willing to accept voucher holders, which often leads to long wait times and limited housing options for program participants.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to streamline the process for landlords to participate in the program, such as simplifying the inspection and approval process and providing technical assistance to landlords unfamiliar with the program requirements. These measures are intended to make it easier for landlords to participate in the program and increase the availability of affordable housing options for low-income individuals and families. Overall, the Housing Choice Voucher Expansion Act seeks to improve access to affordable housing for low-income individuals and families by increasing the number of landlords willing to participate in the Housing Choice Voucher program. By incentivizing landlords and streamlining the process for participation, the bill aims to address the current challenges faced by voucher holders in finding suitable housing options.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1981

Bill HR 1981 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2025. Bill HR 1981 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 10, 2025. Bill HR 1981's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of March 10, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1981

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Housing and Community Development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1981

To increase the number of landlords participating in the Housing Choice Voucher program.To increase the number of landlords participating in the Housing Choice Voucher program.

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