DASH Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (11 Jun 2026): Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
The proposed bill, known as the Decent, Affordable, Safe Housing for All Act (DASH Act), aims to provide rental vouchers for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. It outlines specific eligibility criteria, setting income limits at less than 50 percent of the area median income. The bill also proposes funding for administrative fees to cover costs like security deposits and moving expenses, as well as a capacity-building program for public housing agencies to improve their ability to administer these vouchers and provide supportive services.
This legislation would directly affect individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, by offering them rental assistance. It also impacts public housing agencies, which would be responsible for administering the vouchers and connecting recipients with community resources and supportive services. The bill specifies that certain organizations, including private nonprofits and faith-based groups, could be eligible to provide these services.
H.R. 9281 was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 11, 2026, by Representative Valerie Hoyle. It has been referred to the Committee on Ways and Means and the Committee on Financial Services for consideration. As the bill has just been introduced, it has not yet advanced to the Senate or been signed into law. Further action would involve committee review, potential amendments, and votes in both the House and the Senate.
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Timeline
11 Jun 2026
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9281 do?
- The proposed bill, known as the Decent, Affordable, Safe Housing for All Act (DASH Act), aims to provide rental vouchers for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. It outlines specific eligibility criteria, setting income limits at less than 50 percent of the area median income. The bill also proposes funding for administrative fees to cover costs like security deposits and moving expenses, as well as a capacity-building program for public housing agencies to improve their ability to administer these vouchers and provide supportive services. This legislation would directly affect individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, by offering them rental assistance. It also impacts public housing agencies, which would be responsible for administering the vouchers and connecting recipients with community resources and supportive services. The bill specifies that certain organizations, including private nonprofits and faith-based groups, could be eligible to provide these services. H.R. 9281 was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 11, 2026, by Representative Valerie Hoyle. It has been referred to the Committee on Ways and Means and the Committee on Financial Services for consideration. As the bill has just been introduced, it has not yet advanced to the Senate or been signed into law. Further action would involve committee review, potential amendments, and votes in both the House and the Senate.
- Has H.R. 9281 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9281. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9281?
- H.R. 9281 was sponsored by Rep. Hoyle, Val T. [D-OR-4] (D-OR), with 8 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9281?
- Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (11 Jun 2026).
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