H.R.5889

Eviction Helpline Act

Introduced·10/31/25

Establishes a hotline for eviction-related assistance for tenants in federally assisted rental units.

The Eviction Helpline Act mandates the creation of a hotline by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to offer eviction-related assistance to tenants in federally assisted rental units. This includes units under programs like the HOME Investment Partnerships, McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance, and others. The hotline aims to provide support within one year of the act's enactment, with funding authorized for fiscal year 2026 and beyond.

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Financial Services Committee
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History

Oct 31, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Oct 31, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.