Bill > S3871

This bill establishes a pilot program to provide grants to implementing organizations, which can be local governments or states, to administer a whole-home repairs program for eligible homeowners and landlords. The program aims to fund modifications, repairs, or updates to residential units to address accessibility, habitability, safety, energy/water efficiency, and other housing-related needs. Eligible homeowners are those with household incomes at or below 80% of the area median income or 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. Eligible landlords are individuals who own fewer than 10 residential rental properties. The bill sets parameters for the use of funds, loan agreements with landlords, and reporting requirements for the implementing organizations. The program is authorized to use up to $25 million in funds from the Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Housing and will terminate on October 1, 2029.