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This bill, titled the "Accountability for NYCHA Act of 2026," mandates that the Inspector General of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), a federal agency overseeing housing programs, conduct a thorough investigation into the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA). This investigation will examine NYCHA's compliance with a 2019 agreement to fix its housing conditions, assess the effectiveness of the appointed Monitor overseeing NYCHA, survey the physical state of NYCHA properties, and look into any waste, fraud, abuse, or violations of federal law by NYCHA employees or contractors. Following this investigation, the Inspector General must submit a report to Congress within 180 days of the bill's enactment, detailing their findings, suggesting actions HUD can take to force NYCHA to address its problems, and offering any other recommendations. This action is prompted by findings that NYCHA has repeatedly failed to provide safe and sanitary housing, comply with lead paint regulations, and has engaged in deceptive practices, leading to a declaration of substantial default by HUD.

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