To amend the United States Housing Act of 1937 to permanently authorize the emergency safety and security grant program, and for other purposes.

This bill permanently authorizes the emergency safety and security grant program under the United States Housing Act of 1937, enabling public housing agencies (PHAs) to enhance the safety and security of their properties. The program will provide grants from both specific appropriations and a set-aside from the annual Capital Fund. PHAs must submit applications to the Secretary to be eligible for these funds. Grant funds can be used for a wide range of items addressing threats to safety and security, including: security systems, cameras, fencing, and lighting to combat crime and drug-related activity; carbon monoxide alarms, smoke detectors, and heat detectors; and measures to address extreme temperatures, such as complying with minimum heating requirements. The bill limits individual grants to $250,000 per fiscal year for most PHAs, with exceptions for larger agencies, and authorizes $225,000,000 to be appropriated annually for the program.