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US HB5033

Bill

Status

Introduced

8/22/2025

Primary Sponsor

Frederica Wilson

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Requires federally assisted housing units to maintain indoor temperatures between 71 and 81 degrees Fahrenheit for resident safety and comfort

  • Authorizes the HUD Secretary to mandate temperature requirements for dwelling units receiving housing assistance payments under Section 8 project-based assistance

  • Permits use of Capital Fund and Operating Fund money to ensure public housing units meet the temperature standards

  • Extends the same 71-81 degree Fahrenheit temperature requirements to supportive housing for the elderly under Section 202 of the Housing Act of 1959

  • Amends the United States Housing Act of 1937 and the Housing Act of 1959 to implement these temperature standards

Legislative Description

Safe Temperature Act of 2025

Housing and community development

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

8/22/2025

Committee Referrals

Financial Services8/22/2025

Full Bill Text

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