House BillHR 4874Housing and Community Development
Affordable Housing Resident Services Act
INTRO AUG 5· LAST ACTION AUG 5
READING
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because it aims to improve the quality of life and stability for many low-income Americans living in affordable housing. Currently, while affordable housing provides a roof over someone's head, residents often lack easy access to critical supportive services that can help them with health, education, employment, or aging independently.
If this bill becomes law, it could mean that thousands of residents in affordable housing communities across the country would have new opportunities to receive assistance with mental health, after-school programs for children, financial advice, or help connecting with public benefits. This could lead to better health outcomes, increased economic independence, and stronger communities. If it doesn't pass, these residents might continue to face barriers in accessing such services, relying solely on often limited local resources or their own means.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Establishes the Affordable Housing Resident Services Grant Program under the Department of Health and Human Services.
This creates a dedicated federal funding stream to support services for residents in affordable housing, which currently may lack consistent funding.
PROVISION 02
Allows grant funds to be used for a variety of services, including health, education, economic self-sufficiency, aging-in-place, and disability support.
This provision ensures that residents can access comprehensive support tailored to their diverse needs, beyond just housing.
PROVISION 03
Requires at least 25% of grant funds to be used for service coordinator salaries, benefits, and training, while no more than 75% can go to direct service activities.
This ensures dedicated, trained staff are available to connect residents with services, while also allowing significant funds for program delivery.
PROVISION 04
Mandates that any services provided with grant funds must be voluntary for residents.
This protects residents' autonomy, ensuring they are not forced to accept services they do not want or need.
PROVISION 05
Gives priority to mission-driven, non-profit entities and also allows tribes or tribal organizations to be eligible recipients.
This directs funding to organizations that often have deep community ties and a primary focus on resident well-being.
This bill matters because it aims to improve the quality of life and stability for many low-income Americans living in affordable housing. Currently, while affordable housing provides a roof over someone's head, residents often lack easy access to critical supportive services that can help them with health, education, employment, or aging independently.
If this bill becomes law, it could mean that thousands of residents in affordable housing communities across the country would have new opportunities to receive assistance with mental health, after-school programs for children, financial advice, or help connecting with public benefits. This could lead to better health outcomes, increased economic independence, and stronger communities. If it doesn't pass, these residents might continue to face barriers in accessing such services, relying solely on often limited local resources or their own means.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Establishes the Affordable Housing Resident Services Grant Program under the Department of Health and Human Services.
This creates a dedicated federal funding stream to support services for residents in affordable housing, which currently may lack consistent funding.
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Allows grant funds to be used for a variety of services, including health, education, economic self-sufficiency, aging-in-place, and disability support.
This provision ensures that residents can access comprehensive support tailored to their diverse needs, beyond just housing.
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Requires at least 25% of grant funds to be used for service coordinator salaries, benefits, and training, while no more than 75% can go to direct service activities.
This ensures dedicated, trained staff are available to connect residents with services, while also allowing significant funds for program delivery.
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Mandates that any services provided with grant funds must be voluntary for residents.
This protects residents' autonomy, ensuring they are not forced to accept services they do not want or need.
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Gives priority to mission-driven, non-profit entities and also allows tribes or tribal organizations to be eligible recipients.
This directs funding to organizations that often have deep community ties and a primary focus on resident well-being.
Affordable Housing Resident Services Grant Program
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Not specified (annual grants implied)
GLOSSARY
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Federally assisted affordable housing
Housing properties that receive financial help from the U.S. government to ensure they remain affordable for low-income individuals and families.
Grant program
A government program that gives money to eligible organizations or individuals to carry out specific projects or services, usually requiring an application process.
Eligible recipients
Organizations or groups that meet the specific requirements outlined in the bill to apply for and receive funding.
Service coordinator
A staff member or professional whose job is to help residents connect with and access various supportive services, resources, and programs.
Mission-driven, non-profit entities
Organizations that operate for a social purpose rather than for profit, often with a clear mission to serve a community or cause, like charities or community groups.
Qualified properties
Specific types of affordable housing properties, defined by how they are funded or supported by federal programs, that are eligible to have services funded by this bill.
Competitive basis
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTS
AUG 5, 25
Introduced in House
INTROREFERRAL
AUG 5, 25
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
A process where applicants for grants are evaluated against each other based on predefined criteria, and only the highest-scoring or most suitable applications receive funding.
Administration for Children and Families (ACF)
An agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that promotes the economic and social well-being of families, children, individuals, and communities through various programs and services.
