What does Preamble of PUPP Act of 2025 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to make grants to modify and upgrade structures to serve as interim and permanent housing to accommodate unhoused individuals with pets, and for other purposes,' aims to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to provide grants. The grants are intended to support modifications and upgrades to structures. These modified structures will serve as interim and permanent housing. The housing is specifically designed to accommodate unhoused individuals with pets.

What does SHORT TITLE. of PUPP Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Providing for Unhoused People and Pets Act of 2025.

What does GRANT PROGRAM FOR UPGRADING STRUCTURES TO SERVE AS INTERIM AND of PUPP Act of 2025 do?

This section establishes a grant program administered by the Secretary of Agriculture, in consultation with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, to support interim and permanent housing for homeless individuals and families with pets. Eligible entities, including units of general local government and nonprofit organizations, can apply for grants to cover costs associated with acquiring, renovating, or constructing housing that accommodates pets. Grant funds can be used for pet-related costs, staff training in pet care, and providing supportive services like mental health and veterinary care. Housing assisted by these grants must provide appropriate animal housing and coordinate with local veterinary services and animal care providers. Applications require a plan identifying existing structures, the extent of need, partnering providers, and assurances of compliance. Recipients must submit reports detailing activities, costs, and program effectiveness. The bill authorizes $5,000,000 annually from fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to carry out this program.

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PUPP Act of 2025

Last updated: 8/8/2025 · Introduced: 8/8/2025

Author: Jason Crow (D-CO)

TL;DR (AI)

The PUPP Act of 2025 authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture to provide grants for modifying or constructing housing that accommodates unhoused individuals and their pets.
Eligible entities, such as local governments and nonprofits, can receive grants to cover costs including pet care, staff training, and supportive services like veterinary care.
The bill allocates $5,000,000 annually from 2026 through 2030 to fund this grant program for interim and permanent housing.

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