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This bill establishes a federal grant program to support grandfamily housing, which refers to housing arrangements where grandparents or other relatives are raising children. The program would provide grants to owners of intergenerational dwelling units to help them cover costs associated with supporting multigenerational families. Grant recipients would be required to use funds for specific purposes, including employing a service coordinator who can offer onsite services like tutoring, healthcare, and afterschool care, and who can coordinate with local kinship navigator programs. The grant recipients must also conduct community outreach to engage with intergenerational families, plan events, and maintain spaces within their properties that support these families. The bill authorizes appropriations for this program from fiscal years 2026 through 2030 and requires the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to implement the program in a manner consistent with fair housing laws. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary to submit a report to Congress within two years of enactment evaluating the program's effectiveness and recommending potential legislative improvements. The program is designed to provide comprehensive support for families where grandparents or other relatives are primary caregivers.

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