What does Preamble of HR 2479 do?

This bill proposes to amend the United States Housing Act of 1937. The stated purpose is to provide housing assistance for youth and young adults experiencing unstable housing situations.

What does CONGRESSIONAL FINDINGS. of HR 2479 do?

This section establishes congressional findings related to youth and young adult homelessness in the United States. An estimated 4.2 million youth and young adults experience homelessness annually. Homelessness disproportionately affects Black, Indigenous, other youth of color, and LGBTQ+ communities. Systemic obstacles restrict access to resources for homeless youth, often leading to congregate shelters. Removing barriers to housing assistance could reduce crowding, instability, poverty, and improve outcomes for children and adults. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program has limited funding and restrictive eligibility requirements that make it inaccessible to many youth and young adults. The average wait time for housing after assessment is between 132 and 140 days. Federal agencies, including HUD, the Department of Education, and HHS, should increase cooperation to address youth homelessness.

What does DEFINITIONS. of HR 2479 do?

This section defines terms for the Act The Secretary refers to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Youth and young adults are defined by age or emancipated minor status

What does ENTITLEMENT PROGRAM FOR HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHERS FOR YOUTH. of HR 2479 do?

This section establishes an entitlement program for housing choice vouchers specifically for youth and young adults who are otherwise eligible for tenant-based rental assistance under section 8(o) of the United States Housing Act of 1937. Funding is appropriated annually to provide rental assistance and administrative fees associated with the vouchers. The Secretary is encouraged to facilitate the formation of regional consortia among public housing agencies to administer the program, and can designate agencies to administer assistance in areas lacking adequate coverage. Public housing agencies administering the program must ensure support services are available to eligible youth and young adults, including housing navigation, job-skill training, and legal services. Assisted households have the sole discretion in choosing a dwelling unit, considering factors like geographical location, cost of living, and access to essential services. Public housing agencies must provide mediation and appeal processes for households facing issues with landlords. Eligibility for assistance is not limited based on citizenship, immigration, or migratory status, consistent with existing requirements for section 8(o) assistance. The Secretary must take actions to protect the privacy and confidentiality of participating households.

What does PROMOTING SELF-SUFFICIENCY. of HR 2479 do?

The Secretary may increase administrative fees for public housing agencies meeting certain standards. The standards aim to assist and encourage coordination of assistance for youths and young adults. Voluntary participation of landlords in the self-sufficiency program is encouraged without discrimination.

What does ENFORCEMENT OF HOUSING QUALITY STANDARDS. of HR 2479 do?

This section requires the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to issue regulations. The regulations are necessary to carry out subparagraph (G) of section 8(o)(8) of the United States Housing Act of 1937. The regulations must be issued within 12 months of the Act's enactment. The regulations will take effect 90 days after they are issued.

What does SCREENING OF APPLICANTS. of HR 2479 do?

This section amends the United States Housing Act of 1937 Public housing agency screening is limited to relevant criteria Mitigating circumstances are considered in the screening process

What does ACCESS TO HUD PROGRAMS FOR PERSONS WITH LIMITED ENGLISH of HR 2479 do?

The Department of Housing and Urban Development must take actions to better serve persons with limited English proficiency. A task force will be convened to identify vital documents for translation. Translations of vital documents will be made available on the Department's website. A housing information resource center will be developed to facilitate language services. The center will provide a toll-free interpretation service telephone line and a document clearinghouse.

What does AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. of HR 2479 do?

This section authorizes appropriations for fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years. The sums authorized are intended to cover the costs of carrying out this Act.

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Homes for Young Adults Act of 2025 — HR. 2479

Last updated: 3/27/2025 · Introduced: 3/27/2025

Author: Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill establishes an entitlement program for housing choice vouchers specifically for youth and young adults who are otherwise eligible for tenant-based rental assistance under section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937.
It requires public housing agencies to provide support services, including housing navigation, job-skill training, and legal services, to eligible youth and young adults, and ensures that assisted households have discretion in choosing a dwelling unit.
The bill also aims to improve access to housing assistance by limiting public housing agency screening to relevant criteria, considering mitigating circumstances, and providing language services for persons with limited English proficiency.

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