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Fair Housing Improvement Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 4:40 PM

Summary of Bill S 1267

The Fair Housing Improvement Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1267, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to strengthen and improve fair housing practices in the United States.

One key aspect of the Fair Housing Improvement Act is the expansion of protections for individuals facing housing discrimination. The bill aims to prohibit discrimination based on additional factors such as source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity, and immigration status. This would provide greater protection for marginalized communities who may face discrimination when trying to secure housing.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase funding for fair housing enforcement agencies and programs. This would help ensure that these agencies have the resources they need to effectively investigate and address instances of housing discrimination. The bill also calls for the establishment of a national database to track housing discrimination complaints and outcomes, providing greater transparency and accountability in the enforcement of fair housing laws. Overall, the Fair Housing Improvement Act of 2023 seeks to strengthen fair housing protections and ensure that all individuals have equal access to housing opportunities. It represents an important step towards combating housing discrimination and promoting greater equity in the housing market.

Current Status of Bill S 1267

Bill S 1267 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill S 1267 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 25, 2023.  Bill S 1267's most recent activity was Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. as of March 12, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1267

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
28
Democrat Cosponsors
26
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1267

Primary Policy Focus

Housing and Community Development

Potential Impact Areas

- Housing and community development funding
- Housing discrimination
- Housing industry and standards
- Low- and moderate-income housing
- Military personnel and dependents
- Veterans' loans, housing, homeless programs
- Wages and earnings

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1267

Fair Housing Improvement Act of 2023
Fair Housing Improvement Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Fair Housing Act to prohibit discrimination based on source of income, veteran status, or military status.
A bill to amend the Fair Housing Act to prohibit discrimination based on source of income, veteran status, or military status.

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