Affordable Housing Stability During Shutdowns Act of 2023
This bill ensures continued funding for key housing assistance programs during government shutdowns. It appropriates necessary funds for fiscal year 2024 to maintain rental assistance under five specific programs at 2023 rates, including Section 8 housing choice vouchers, project-based rental assistance, and supportive housing for the elderly and disabled. The funding applies automatically during any lapse in discretionary appropriations starting after the bill's enactment. This directly affects low-income renters enrolled in these programs, preventing disruptions to their housing stability during federal funding gaps. The bill does not change eligibility or benefit levels - it only guarantees existing funding continues through shutdowns.
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Introduced Sep 28, 2023
Last action Sep 28, 2023
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Sep 28, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
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