Search Results: keywords:"hud regulations"

  • S. 3671 — To provide that an individual who uses marijuana in compliance with State law may not be denied occupancy of federally assisted housing, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:1,519

    The bill, titled the “Marijuana in Federally Assisted Housing Parity Act of 2024,” aims to ensure that individuals who use marijuana in compliance with their state's laws are not denied access to federally assisted housing. It proposes changes to existing housing acts to exclude compliance...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill says if someone uses marijuana legally in their state, they shouldn't be kicked out of government-supported homes for it. It also wants rules similar to those for no smoking cigarettes in national housing to apply to marijuana smoking.

  • H. R. 206 — To amend the Fair Housing Act to prohibit discrimination based on use of section 8 vouchers, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:4,298

    H. R. 206 aims to amend the Fair Housing Act to prevent discrimination against individuals who use section 8 vouchers for housing. It defines "source of income" and ensures that such income, including housing vouchers, cannot be used as a basis for discrimination. The bill...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 206 is a proposed rule that wants to make sure nobody is treated unfairly just because they use special help, called section 8 vouchers, to pay for a place to live, and it also gives some money and help to keep these places nice and safe.

  • H. R. 8747 — To require disclosure of asbestos hazards in the sale and lease of residential dwellings, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,405

    H.R. 8747, known as the "Asbestos Exposure in Housing Reduction Act of 2024," aims to protect people from asbestos hazards in residential properties. It requires sellers and landlords to disclose any known asbestos dangers before selling or leasing a home. Buyers and renters get a chance to...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 8747 is a rule that wants house sellers and landlords to tell people if there might be dangerous asbestos in a home, giving buyers and renters a chance to check and keep everyone safe.