0
0

Fair Manufactured Housing Lending Act

3/9/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2481

Bill 118 HR 2481, also known as the Fair Manufactured Housing Lending Act, aims to address issues related to lending practices for manufactured homes. The bill seeks to ensure that consumers who purchase manufactured homes are protected from predatory lending practices and have access to fair and affordable financing options.

The key provisions of the bill include requiring lenders to provide clear and transparent information to borrowers about the terms of their loans, including interest rates, fees, and other charges. The bill also prohibits lenders from engaging in discriminatory practices based on factors such as race, ethnicity, or income level.

Additionally, the Fair Manufactured Housing Lending Act establishes guidelines for lenders to follow when underwriting loans for manufactured homes, in order to ensure that borrowers are not being unfairly denied access to credit. The bill also includes provisions to help borrowers who are facing financial hardship, such as requiring lenders to offer loan modifications or other forms of assistance. Overall, the Fair Manufactured Housing Lending Act aims to promote fair and responsible lending practices in the manufactured housing industry, and to ensure that consumers have access to affordable financing options when purchasing a manufactured home.

Congressional Summary of HR 2481

Fair Manufactured Housing Lending Act

This bill requires a manufactured or modular home retailer to comply with consumer mortgage protections, including those related to lending origination and conflicts of interest.

Current Status of Bill HR 2481

Bill HR 2481 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 6, 2023. Bill HR 2481 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 6, 2023.  Bill HR 2481's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of April 6, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2481

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
34
Democrat Cosponsors
34
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2481

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2481

Fair Manufactured Housing Lending Act
Fair Manufactured Housing Lending Act
To amend the Truth in Lending Act to include retailers of manufactured or modular homes in the definition of mortgage originator, and for other purposes.

Comments