Clean Up Our Neighborhoods Act of 2021

Bill 117 HR 3949, also known as the Clean Up Our Neighborhoods Act of 2021, aims to address the issue of blight and abandoned properties in communities across the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 15, 2021, by Representative John Smith.

The main provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing a grant program to provide funding to local governments for the demolition and cleanup of abandoned properties. 2. Creating a national database of abandoned properties to track and monitor the problem on a national level. 3. Implementing penalties for property owners who fail to maintain their properties, including fines and potential seizure of the property. 4. Providing resources and support to communities to revitalize and redevelop abandoned properties for affordable housing or community use. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of addressing blight and revitalizing communities. Supporters of the bill argue that it will help improve property values, reduce crime, and create safer and more vibrant neighborhoods. Opponents of the bill have raised concerns about the potential costs and regulatory burdens on property owners. Some critics argue that the government should not interfere in private property rights and that the market should be allowed to address blight naturally. Overall, the Clean Up Our Neighborhoods Act of 2021 represents a significant effort to address the issue of blight and abandoned properties in communities across the country. It remains to be seen how the bill will progress through Congress and what impact it will have on communities if it is signed into law.