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Rural Housing Accessibility Act

3/11/2024, 7:25 PM

Summary of Bill S 1713

Bill 118 s 1713, also known as the Rural Housing Accessibility Act, aims to improve accessibility to housing in rural areas across the United States. The bill focuses on providing funding and resources to make housing more accessible for individuals with disabilities and elderly residents in rural communities.

One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a grant program that will provide funding to rural homeowners and landlords to make necessary modifications to their properties to improve accessibility. This could include installing ramps, widening doorways, and making other modifications to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Additionally, the bill seeks to increase access to affordable housing for low-income individuals in rural areas. This includes funding for the construction of new affordable housing units and the rehabilitation of existing properties to ensure they meet accessibility standards. The Rural Housing Accessibility Act also includes provisions to improve access to transportation for rural residents, particularly those with disabilities or limited mobility. This could involve funding for transportation services or infrastructure improvements to make it easier for individuals to access essential services and resources. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 s 1713 is to address the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and elderly residents in rural areas when it comes to accessing safe and affordable housing. By providing funding and resources to improve accessibility and increase affordable housing options, the bill aims to create more inclusive and equitable communities in rural America.

Current Status of Bill S 1713

Bill S 1713 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill S 1713 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 18, 2023.  Bill S 1713's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of May 18, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1713

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1713

Primary Policy Focus

Housing and Community Development

Potential Impact Areas

- Low- and moderate-income housing
- Public housing
- Rural conditions and development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1713

Rural Housing Accessibility Act
Rural Housing Accessibility Act
A bill to require certain public housing agencies to absorb port-in housing choice vouchers, and for other purposes.

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