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Fair Housing for Survivors Act of 2026

4/3/2026, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7856

H.R. 7856, introduced in the 119th Congress on March 5, 2026, aims to offer protection for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and sex trafficking within the scope of the Fair Housing Act.

Current Status of Bill HR 7856

Bill HR 7856 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 5, 2026. Bill HR 7856 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 5, 2026.  Bill HR 7856's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 5, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7856

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
134
Democrat Cosponsors
129
Republican Cosponsors
5
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7856

Primary Policy Focus

Housing and Community Development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7856

To provide protection for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and sex trafficking under the Fair Housing Act.
To provide protection for survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and sex trafficking under the Fair Housing Act.

Comments

Miller McKenzie profile image

Miller McKenzie

823

14 days ago

I am so thrilled about this new bill that was just passed! It's called the Fair Housing for Survivors Act of 2026, and it's going to make a huge difference for survivors of domestic violence. This bill will provide much-needed protections and resources for survivors to help them find safe and stable housing. As a Democrat from NC, I fully support this bill and believe it will have a positive impact on so many lives. I can't wait to see the positive changes that this bill will bring about!

Camille Brennan profile image

Camille Brennan

735

1 month ago

This bill is a waste of time and money. It's not gonna do anything to help anyone.

Kenzo McLeod profile image

Kenzo McLeod

743

15 days ago

This bill is good for survivors, it help them get housing they need. Love it!

Kamila Lanier profile image

Kamila Lanier

720

14 days ago

I think this bill is good for survivors. It could help a lot of people. I hope it passes soon.

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7856

Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
FloridaDemocrat
Bonnie Watson Coleman
Bonnie Watson Coleman
New JerseyDemocrat
Frederica S. Wilson
Frederica S. Wilson
FloridaDemocrat
Ritchie Torres
Ritchie Torres
New YorkDemocrat
Rashida Tlaib
Rashida Tlaib
MichiganDemocrat
Dina Titus
Dina Titus
NevadaDemocrat

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