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Liberty City Rising Act

6/10/2025, 11:57 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1334

The "Liberty City Rising Act" was introduced in the 118th Congress on March 1, 2023. The bill, designated as H.R. 1334, aims to address issues related to urban development and community revitalization within Liberty City. Specific provisions and directives outlined in the bill are not detailed in the provided context. The bill's purpose appears focused on initiatives to enhance economic growth, infrastructure, or social programs within Liberty City. A link to the official PDF version of the bill can be accessed for further information.

Congressional Summary of HR 1334

Liberty City Rising Act

This bill requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to establish standards to ensure the safety and security of federally assisted housing in high-crime areas. Public housing agencies serving high-crime areas must also establish anonymous hotlines for tenants to report suspicious activity and crimes in the community. In addition, HUD must prioritize public housing projects located in high-crime areas when awarding certain public housing grants for safety and security measures.

Under the bill, a high-crime area is designated by HUD based on the most recent violent crime data available.

Current Status of Bill HR 1334

Bill HR 1334 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 1, 2023. Bill HR 1334 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 1, 2023.  Bill HR 1334's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of March 1, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1334

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1334

Primary Policy Focus

Housing and Community Development

Potential Impact Areas

- Crime prevention
- Housing and community development funding
- Housing industry and standards
- Low- and moderate-income housing
- Public housing
- Violent crime

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1334

Liberty City Rising Act
Liberty City Rising Act
To reform the requirements regarding the safety and security of families living in public and federally assisted housing in high-crime areas.

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