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To amend title 10, United States Code, to develop requirements for military tenant advocates for privatized military housing, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
Committee
Latest Action · June 14, 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Congress
118th (2023–2025)
Introduced
June 14, 2023
Cosponsors (2)
1D 1R
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This bill requires the Department of Defense to place a military tenant advocate at every military installation that offers privatized military housing. These advocates would be employees of the military department and would serve as independent representatives to help service members and their families address housing issues and understand their rights. The bill mandates that the Defense Secretary establish a uniform training and certification program for all advocates, covering topics like tenant rights, dispute resolution, and relevant housing laws. The bill also prohibits the military from giving hiring preference to people who previously worked for housing management offices, garrison commands, or private housing providers, ensuring advocates can work independently on behalf of tenants. The legislation does not specify new funding amounts or implementation timelines beyond requiring these protections be established.

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