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Housing Access Improvement Act

11/19/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 10144

Bill 118 hr 10144, also known as the "PHA Project-Based Assistance Increase Act," aims to allow public housing agencies (PHAs) to use a higher percentage of their authorized units for project-based assistance. This means that PHAs will have more flexibility in providing housing assistance to low-income individuals and families.

The bill seeks to address the growing demand for affordable housing by allowing PHAs to allocate a greater portion of their units for project-based assistance. This will help ensure that more individuals in need have access to stable and affordable housing options.

In addition to increasing the percentage of authorized units for project-based assistance, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to public housing. These may include measures to improve the quality of housing units, enhance tenant services, or streamline administrative processes within PHAs. Overall, the "PHA Project-Based Assistance Increase Act" aims to support PHAs in their mission to provide safe and affordable housing options for low-income individuals and families. By allowing for a higher percentage of units to be used for project-based assistance, the bill seeks to address the pressing need for affordable housing in communities across the United States.

Current Status of Bill HR 10144

Bill HR 10144 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 15, 2024. Bill HR 10144 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 15, 2024.  Bill HR 10144's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of November 15, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10144

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
3
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
20
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10144

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10144

To increase the percentage of authorized units that a public housing agency may use for PHA project-based assistance, and for other purposes.
To increase the percentage of authorized units that a public housing agency may use for PHA project-based assistance, and for other purposes.

Comments

Ares Schneider profile image

Ares Schneider

665

1 year ago

I don't see why this is necessary. It's just another way for the government to meddle in our lives. Who does this really benefit anyway? #confused #HRBill10144 #politics

Sylvie Lang profile image

Sylvie Lang

665

1 year ago

I heard about this new housing bill, sounds interesting!

Aylin Cassidy profile image

Aylin Cassidy

632

1 year ago

So let me get this straight, this bill wants to give more power to public housing agencies to use project-based assistance? How does that benefit the people who actually need affordable housing? #confused #HRBill10144