Memorializes Congress to increase funding for Section 8 housing vouchers and revise program requirements to enhance award of vouchers.
This Senate Resolution (SR 65) requests Congress to increase federal funding for Section 8 housing vouchers and revise program rules to help more low-income New Jersey residents access housing. It specifically asks for: (1) higher funding levels, (2) allowing housing authorities to pay up to 20% above fair market rent (currently capped at 10%), (3) greater flexibility in setting rent limits relative to household income, and (4) using federal funds for initial enrollment costs. The resolution targets the Section 8 program, which assists very low-income families, seniors, and disabled individuals with private-market housing. It directly addresses current shortages and restrictive rules that leave thousands on long waiting lists or unable to use vouchers before they expire.
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Introduced Feb 5, 2026
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Shirley Turner
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