Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB6905

Introduced
12/22/23  

Caption

Building Collapse Prevention Act

Impact

If enacted, HB 6905 would significantly impact laws relating to housing regulations and safety standards for federally assisted rental homes. It introduces formal procedures and standards for inspecting buildings that are part of government housing assistance programs, thereby establishing a greater level of accountability and safety within these structures. By requiring inspections, the bill is expected to enhance the overall safety net for tenants living in federally supported housing, potentially saving lives and reducing homelessness following building failures.

Summary

House Bill 6905, known as the Building Collapse Prevention Act, mandates that the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development create a program that requires inspections of buildings containing federally assisted rental housing. This bill aims to ensure that such housing is structurally sound and can prevent potential building collapses. Furthermore, the National Institute of Standards and Technology is charged with the inspection responsibilities after specified events, such as previous incidents that raise alarms about structural issues or post-collapse investigations.

Contention

There is notable contention surrounding HB 6905, particularly regarding the adequacy of funding and resource allocation for the inspections mandated by the bill. Critics argue that without sufficient funding, the program may not be effectively implemented and could lead to an increase in hazards rather than a decrease. Additionally, there are debates about the bureaucratic implications of such a program, with concerns that it may overextend existing resources of the National Institute of Standards and Technology and HUD, leading to delays and inefficiencies in addressing critical safety issues.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

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US HB6596

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US HB7075

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Similar Bills

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