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Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-638| House 
| Updated: 1/22/2025
Ritchie Torres

Ritchie Torres

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (2)
Jonathan L. Jackson (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)

Financial Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill, known as the "Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2025," mandates the establishment of a three-year pilot program by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. The program will provide grants to public housing agencies and owners of covered federally assisted rental dwelling units to install and test temperature sensors. The core objective is to ensure these units maintain compliance with established temperature requirements and to evaluate the effectiveness of sensor technology. Within 180 days of enactment, the Secretary must define eligibility criteria for participation, aiming for a diverse representation of geographic regions, climate zones, and housing types, while also testing various sensor functionalities, including internet connectivity. Participating entities must obtain written resident permission for sensor installation and monitor the data. They are also required to collect and retain records of temperature-related complaints and violations , with specific definitions for these terms to be provided by the Secretary. The bill outlines strict data collection protocols, including the protection of personally identifiable information . It mandates both an interim evaluation within 12 months and a final evaluation 36 months after the pilot's conclusion. These evaluations will analyze the impact of sensors on temperature-related issues, identify barriers to their full utility such as broadband access, and compare different sensor technologies based on factors like cost and features. The Act authorizes necessary appropriations for grants, program administration, and technical assistance.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-6528
Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2022

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4203
Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2023
Jan 22, 2025
Introduced in House
Jan 22, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-6528
    Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2022


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4203
    Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2023


  • January 22, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • January 22, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Housing and Community Development

Congressional oversightGovernment information and archivesHousing and community development fundingHousing for the elderly and disabledLighting, heating, coolingLow- and moderate-income housingPerformance measurementPublic housing

Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-638| House 
| Updated: 1/22/2025
This bill, known as the "Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2025," mandates the establishment of a three-year pilot program by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. The program will provide grants to public housing agencies and owners of covered federally assisted rental dwelling units to install and test temperature sensors. The core objective is to ensure these units maintain compliance with established temperature requirements and to evaluate the effectiveness of sensor technology. Within 180 days of enactment, the Secretary must define eligibility criteria for participation, aiming for a diverse representation of geographic regions, climate zones, and housing types, while also testing various sensor functionalities, including internet connectivity. Participating entities must obtain written resident permission for sensor installation and monitor the data. They are also required to collect and retain records of temperature-related complaints and violations , with specific definitions for these terms to be provided by the Secretary. The bill outlines strict data collection protocols, including the protection of personally identifiable information . It mandates both an interim evaluation within 12 months and a final evaluation 36 months after the pilot's conclusion. These evaluations will analyze the impact of sensors on temperature-related issues, identify barriers to their full utility such as broadband access, and compare different sensor technologies based on factors like cost and features. The Act authorizes necessary appropriations for grants, program administration, and technical assistance.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-6528
Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2022

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4203
Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2023
Jan 22, 2025
Introduced in House
Jan 22, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-6528
    Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2022


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4203
    Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2023


  • January 22, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • January 22, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Ritchie Torres

Ritchie Torres

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (2)
Jonathan L. Jackson (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)

Financial Services Committee

Housing and Community Development

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Congressional oversightGovernment information and archivesHousing and community development fundingHousing for the elderly and disabledLighting, heating, coolingLow- and moderate-income housingPerformance measurementPublic housing