This bill would prohibit federally assisted rental housing from restricting residents' rights to possess firearms in their individual apartments or in common areas while carrying weapons to and from their units. The legislation applies to residents living in properties receiving federal assistance through various programs administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development or Department of Agriculture, including public housing, Section 8 voucher programs, and supportive housing for disabled individuals and people with HIV/AIDS. The bill effectively prevents landlords and property managers of these federally funded properties from enforcing firearm bans or additional restrictions on legal gun ownership. No specific funding amount or implementation timeline is included in the legislation. The bill was introduced in July 2023 and referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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