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Restore Military Families’ Voices Act

USA119th CongressHR-9220| House 
| Updated: 6/9/2026
Sara Jacobs

Sara Jacobs

Democratic Representative

California

Armed Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill, known as the Restore Military Families’ Voices Act, aims to enhance the rights and protections for tenants residing in privatized military housing. It significantly modifies existing law regarding nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) , explicitly prohibiting landlords from requesting such agreements from current, former, or prospective tenants, including for services related to the housing unit. This prohibition is extended to cover all types of privatized military housing, ensuring comprehensive protection against NDAs. Furthermore, the legislation expands the avenues available for tenants to report concerns without fear of retaliation. Tenants are now protected when reporting issues not only to the housing management office but also to the Chief Housing Officer of the Department of Defense , an inspector general, or members of Congress. The bill also mandates that the Inspector General notify the relevant military department Secretary and congressional committees within ten business days of receiving a reprisal report, strengthening oversight and accountability for tenant complaints.

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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-9833
Restore Military Families’ Voices Act
Jun 9, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-4718
Introduced in Senate
Jun 9, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-9833
    Restore Military Families’ Voices Act


  • June 9, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-4718
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 9, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 9, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 119-4718: Restore Military Families’ Voices Act

Restore Military Families’ Voices Act

USA119th CongressHR-9220| House 
| Updated: 6/9/2026
This bill, known as the Restore Military Families’ Voices Act, aims to enhance the rights and protections for tenants residing in privatized military housing. It significantly modifies existing law regarding nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) , explicitly prohibiting landlords from requesting such agreements from current, former, or prospective tenants, including for services related to the housing unit. This prohibition is extended to cover all types of privatized military housing, ensuring comprehensive protection against NDAs. Furthermore, the legislation expands the avenues available for tenants to report concerns without fear of retaliation. Tenants are now protected when reporting issues not only to the housing management office but also to the Chief Housing Officer of the Department of Defense , an inspector general, or members of Congress. The bill also mandates that the Inspector General notify the relevant military department Secretary and congressional committees within ten business days of receiving a reprisal report, strengthening oversight and accountability for tenant complaints.

Bill Text Versions

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2 versions available

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-9833
Restore Military Families’ Voices Act
Jun 9, 2026

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-4718
Introduced in Senate
Jun 9, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 9, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-9833
    Restore Military Families’ Voices Act


  • June 9, 2026

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-4718
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 9, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 9, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sara Jacobs

Sara Jacobs

Democratic Representative

California

Armed Services Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 119-4718: Restore Military Families’ Voices Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted