Promoting and supporting the goals and ideals of the Fair Housing Act and recognizing April 2022 as Fair Housing Month, which includes bringing attention to the discrimination faced by everyday Americans in the United States in housing and housing-related transactions on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, disability, and religion, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (1 Nov 2022): Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Res. 1078, was introduced in the House of Representatives and expresses support for the goals and principles of the Fair Housing Act. It specifically recognizes April 2022 as Fair Housing Month. The resolution aims to draw attention to discrimination faced by Americans in housing and related transactions based on characteristics like race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, disability, and religion, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The resolution affects everyday Americans by highlighting the ongoing issue of housing discrimination. It supports efforts to strengthen housing protections and fair housing enforcement, particularly during the pandemic and its recovery period. The bill also encourages governments and individuals to recommit to upholding fair housing laws and their ideals.
As a resolution, it is a statement of opinion by the House of Representatives. It was introduced on April 29, 2022, and its current status is "Introduced." Resolutions typically do not have the force of law and do not require action from the Senate or the President to be enacted. Their passage signifies a particular stance or expression of sentiment by the chamber that adopts them.
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Official summary
This resolution expresses support for the goals and values of the 54th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act and for efforts to strengthen housing protections, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and recovery.
Timeline
1 Nov 2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1078 do?
- This resolution, H.Res. 1078, was introduced in the House of Representatives and expresses support for the goals and principles of the Fair Housing Act. It specifically recognizes April 2022 as Fair Housing Month. The resolution aims to draw attention to discrimination faced by Americans in housing and related transactions based on characteristics like race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, disability, and religion, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution affects everyday Americans by highlighting the ongoing issue of housing discrimination. It supports efforts to strengthen housing protections and fair housing enforcement, particularly during the pandemic and its recovery period. The bill also encourages governments and individuals to recommit to upholding fair housing laws and their ideals. As a resolution, it is a statement of opinion by the House of Representatives. It was introduced on April 29, 2022, and its current status is "Introduced." Resolutions typically do not have the force of law and do not require action from the Senate or the President to be enacted. Their passage signifies a particular stance or expression of sentiment by the chamber that adopts them.
- Has H.Res. 1078 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1078. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1078?
- H.Res. 1078 was sponsored by Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9] (D-TX), with 27 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1078?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. (1 Nov 2022).
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