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Making Condos Safer and Affordable Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 4:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4465

Bill 118 HR 4465, also known as the Making Condos Safer and Affordable Act of 2023, aims to address issues related to condominium safety and affordability in the United States. The bill focuses on implementing measures to improve the safety of condominium buildings and make them more affordable for residents.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of new safety standards for condominium buildings. These standards would require regular inspections of buildings to ensure they meet safety requirements, such as fire safety measures, structural integrity, and compliance with building codes. The bill also includes provisions for funding to help condominium associations make necessary safety upgrades to their buildings.

In addition to safety measures, the bill also addresses affordability concerns for condominium residents. This includes provisions for financial assistance programs to help low-income residents afford their condominium fees and maintenance costs. The bill also aims to increase transparency in condominium associations by requiring them to disclose financial information to residents and provide opportunities for resident input on decision-making processes. Overall, the Making Condos Safer and Affordable Act of 2023 seeks to improve the safety and affordability of condominium living in the United States. By implementing new safety standards and financial assistance programs, the bill aims to create a more secure and accessible housing option for residents living in condominiums.

Congressional Summary of HR 4465

Making Condos Safer and Affordable Act of 2023

This bill allows the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) to insure a mortgage taken out by a condominium association for the purpose of repairs, improvements, or alterations to any common system, infrastructure, or facility of the condominium.

The bill also allows the FHA to insure a mortgage taken out by a condominium unit owner to pay for special assessments charged by the association for repairs, improvements, or alterations to any common system, infrastructure, or facility of the condominium.

Current Status of Bill HR 4465

Bill HR 4465 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 3, 2023. Bill HR 4465 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 3, 2023.  Bill HR 4465's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of July 3, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4465

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4465

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4465

Making Condos Safer and Affordable Act of 2023
Making Condos Safer and Affordable Act of 2023
To amend the National Housing Act to authorize insurance of certain mortgages to finance repairs and improvements to condominium projects, and for other purposes.

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