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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS

House BillHR 7188Armed Forces and National Security

MOLD Act

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill matters because it directly addresses persistent, serious issues with substandard and often hazardous living conditions, such as widespread mold contamination, in military family housing. For years, many military families have faced significant health problems, financial burdens from out-of-pocket medical costs, and disruptions to their lives due to negligent maintenance by private housing providers and inadequate oversight.

If this bill becomes law, it would ensure that military families live in safe and healthy environments, reducing health risks and alleviating the stress and financial strain that can detract from military readiness. It would also enforce greater accountability for housing providers. If it doesn't pass, these families may continue to suffer from unaddressed housing hazards, a lack of transparency, and the financial and health consequences of living in unsafe homes, impacting their well-being and the effectiveness of our military personnel.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Requires the Secretary of Defense to establish interim (within 180 days) and final (within 1 year) health and safety standards for all military housing, covering humidity, ventilation, dampness, and water intrusion.

This provision sets clear, enforceable benchmarks for acceptable living conditions in military housing, ensuring a baseline of safety.

PROVISION 02

Mandates independent, third-party mold and environmental health inspections for privatized military housing under specific circumstances, such as tenant turnover, tenant complaint, or after repairs.

This ensures unbiased and professional assessment of housing conditions, identifying and addressing hazards promptly without internal bias.

PROVISION 03

Requires all inspection findings to be recorded in a standardized federal record, certified as 'pass' or 'fail,' maintained historically, and made fully available to current tenants of the inspected unit.

This significantly increases transparency and holds housing providers accountable by making critical health and safety information directly accessible to military families.

PROVISION 04

Requires each military housing office to certify annually to Congress that it is in compliance with the new health and safety standards for covered housing.

This provides ongoing oversight and accountability, ensuring that housing offices are regularly reviewed for adherence to the established standards.

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Introduced in House

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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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BILL INFO

TypeHouse Bill

NumberHR 7188

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedJan 21, 2026

Last actionJan 21, 2026

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 21, 2026

House BillHR 7188Armed Forces and National Security

MOLD Act

INTRODUCED JAN 21, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 21, 2026

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Introduced
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Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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This provision sets clear, enforceable benchmarks for acceptable living conditions in military housing, ensuring a baseline of safety.

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Mandates independent, third-party mold and environmental health inspections for privatized military housing under specific circumstances, such as tenant turnover, tenant complaint, or after repairs.

This ensures unbiased and professional assessment of housing conditions, identifying and addressing hazards promptly without internal bias.

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This significantly increases transparency and holds housing providers accountable by making critical health and safety information directly accessible to military families.

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Requires each military housing office to certify annually to Congress that it is in compliance with the new health and safety standards for covered housing.

This provides ongoing oversight and accountability, ensuring that housing offices are regularly reviewed for adherence to the established standards.

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Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act

Secretary of Defense to issue interim guidance for acceptable levels of relative humidity, ventilation, dampness, and water intrusion at all covered housing.

Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act

Secretary of Defense to ensure each installation conducts mold and environmental health inspections for privatized military housing using independent certified third-party inspectors.

Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act

Secretary of Defense to issue final standards for acceptable levels of relative humidity, ventilation, dampness, and water intrusion at all covered housing.

Not later than 10 days after sample collection

Results of environmental inspection and testing methods to be reported to the Secretary of Defense and made available to tenants.

Not less frequently than annually

Each housing office of the Department to certify to Congress compliance with health and safety standards for covered housing.

GLOSSARY

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Privatized Military Housing: Housing units on or near military bases that are owned and managed by private companies, rather than directly by the Department of Defense.
Uniform Code of Basic Housing Standards: A consistent set of rules and requirements for housing quality, safety, and comfort that would apply across all military housing properties.
Environmental Hazards: Dangerous conditions in a living space, such as mold, poor air quality, or issues with ventilation and dampness, that can negatively affect health.
Third-Party Inspector: An independent expert or company hired to conduct inspections who is not affiliated with the housing provider or the tenant, ensuring an unbiased assessment.
Mold Remediation: The process of safely removing mold and repairing the damage it caused in a building, typically by trained professionals.
TRICARE: The healthcare program for uniformed service members, retirees, and their families worldwide.
Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA): A legal contract that requires one or more parties to keep specific information confidential, in this case, potentially used to prevent tenants from discussing housing issues.

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JAN 21

Introduced in House

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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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