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BillHR 8877 · 119

Improving Self-Sufficiency of Families in HUD-Subsidized Housing Act

Introduced
May 19, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
May 19, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to implement programs that help families in subsidized housing become more financially independent. Funds services like job training and education to support these families.

Sponsored By

Sylvia R. Garcia
Democrat · Texas · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 19, 2026
  3. May 19, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

Affects low-income families living in HUD-subsidized housing by providing them with access to resources that can help them gain employment and increase their income. Impacts these families by potentially reducing their reliance on government assistance and improving their overall financial stability.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicHousing
CommitteeCommittee on Financial Services
IntroducedMay 19, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 19, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Subjects
  • Housing

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.