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US HB5508

Bill

Status

Introduced

9/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Gregory Meeks

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Prohibits HUD from collecting annual FHA mortgage insurance premiums once the loan-to-value ratio reaches 78% or less, based on the lower of the original sales price or appraised value at origination

  • Creates an exception allowing premium collection to continue if the Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund's capital ratio falls below 2%, but only for mortgages still paying premiums at that time

  • Requires HUD to issue implementing rules within 180 days, including a process for borrowers to demonstrate they have reached the 78% threshold

  • Mandates HUD conduct outreach and education to inform FHA borrowers about the premium cancellation restriction and how to qualify

  • Applies only to mortgages endorsed for FHA insurance after the bill's enactment date

Legislative Description

Mortgage Insurance Freedom Act

Finance and financial sector

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

9/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Financial Services9/19/2025

Full Bill Text

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