H.R. 5916: Grandfamily Housing Act of 2025

This bill, titled the Grandfamily Housing Act of 2025, aims to establish a grant program specifically for intergenerational dwelling units, which are residential spaces designed to house multiple generations of a family. The bill proposes the following key components:

Establishment of a Grant Program

The bill directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to create a grant program within 180 days after the bill's enactment. This program will provide funding to owners of intergenerational dwelling units who apply for grants.

Eligibility and Application

To qualify for a grant, property owners must submit an application that includes necessary information as determined by the Secretary. The grants can be used for various purposes aimed at enhancing services and facilities for intergenerational families.

Use of Grant Funds

Grant recipients will be allowed to use the funds for the following purposes:

• Hiring a service coordinator who will:
• Provide onsite services such as tutoring, health care, afterschool care, and other age-appropriate activities for children.
• Coordinate with local kinship navigator programs to assist families.
• Outreach efforts to intergenerational families in the community.
• Planning and implementing services tailored for intergenerational families.
• Retrofitting and maintaining areas in the dwelling unit to support these services.

Community Engagement and Outreach

Owners of intergenerational dwelling units who receive grants are required to engage with the surrounding community by:

• Conducting periodic informational outreach.
• Planning and hosting events specifically for intergenerational families.

This outreach should ideally align with local kinship navigator programs or similar entities within the same state to enhance community support for these families.

Funding Authorization

The bill authorizes the allocation of necessary funds for the grant program for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030. The total amount will be determined by the appropriations made by Congress.

Fair Housing Compliance

The program is required to adhere to the Fair Housing Act, ensuring that its implementation does not discriminate against any individuals based on protected characteristics.

Reporting Requirements

Within two years of the bill's enactment, the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development must prepare and submit a report to Congress. This report will evaluate the effectiveness of the grant program and may include recommendations for legislative changes to improve its functionality.

VAWA Protections

The bill also amends the Violence Against Women Act to include the grant program under the established protections, enhancing support for individuals affected by domestic violence who may be living in intergenerational settings.

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