We have received text from H.R. 5825: Tribal Housing Innovation Act. This bill was received on 2025-10-24, and currently has no cosponsors.
Here is a short summary of the bill:
The bill known as the **Tribal Housing Innovation Act** aims to establish a grant program managed by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This program is intended to support Indian Tribes and Tribally designated housing entities in constructing and improving residential homes that incorporate sustainable features. Here’s a breakdown of the main components of the bill:
Grant Program Overview
The Secretary of HUD is required to set up a competitive grant program within one year of the bill passing. The grants are aimed at two primary activities:
- Building a new residential dwelling unit with at least one sustainable feature.
- Adding at least one sustainable feature to an existing residential dwelling unit.
Application Process
Entities that wish to apply for a grant must submit an application that includes:
- A plan detailing the construction or improvement activities.
- Information on additional financing sources beyond the grant amounts.
- Evidence demonstrating the entity's capability to execute the plan.
- If applicable, certification from each Indian Tribe involved, provided on official letterhead, allowing the entity to apply for the grant.
Rental Requirements
Any residential unit that is built or modified using these grant funds can only be rented to:
- Members of the Indian Tribe if the entity applying is an Indian Tribe.
- Members of an Indian Tribe served by the Tribally designated housing entity if that is the applicant.
Reporting Requirements
Eligible entities receiving grant funds must report to the Secretary within three months after each fiscal year about:
- The number of residential units built or modified and their intended ownership status.
- The number of units leased and their intended use as residence.
- Details of each sustainable feature added.
- Any additional information required by the Secretary.
Moreover, the Secretary is tasked with reporting to Congress annually on the national impact of the grant program.
Funding
The bill authorizes an annual appropriation of $150 million starting in fiscal year 2025 to support the grant program.
Definitions
The bill includes several key definitions:
- Eligible Entity: An Indian Tribe or a Tribally designated housing entity.
- Sustainable Feature: A feature that enhances the sustainability of a residential unit, including energy-efficient appliances, solar panels, and insulation.
- Residential Dwelling Unit: A unit intended for ownership or lease for habitation by individuals.
Relevant Companies
None found.Representative Melanie A. Stansbury Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Representative Melanie A. Stansbury:
- H.R.5825: Tribal Housing Innovation Act
- H.R.5824: Tribal Affordable Housing Act
- H.R.4734: Hands Off Our Social Security Act
- H.R.3670: IHS Provider Expansion Act
- H.R.2894: SEER Act of 2025
- H.R.2893: Buffalo Tract Protection Act
You can track bills proposed by Representative Melanie A. Stansbury on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Stansbury.
Representative Melanie A. Stansbury Net Worth
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