Eviction Crisis Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (24 Sep 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
What this bill does
This bill, introduced by Senator Michael Bennet, proposes the creation of a national database to track evictions. The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development would be responsible for establishing and maintaining this database. The bill's title indicates its purpose is to require this national evictions database, with additional unspecified provisions for "other purposes."
The potential effects on individuals and communities are not detailed as the full text of the bill is not yet available. However, the establishment of a national evictions database suggests it could impact renters, landlords, and housing policy at a federal level. The specifics of who would be affected and how would depend on the information collected and how it is used, which is not yet public.
As S. 5535 was just introduced in the 119th Congress on September 24, 2026, it is at the very beginning of the legislative process. The next steps would typically involve referral to relevant committees, committee review, and potentially hearings or markups. Following committee action, it could be considered by the full Senate, and if passed, would then move to the House of Representatives for consideration.
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Timeline
24 Sep 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Common questions
- What does S. 5535 do?
- This bill, introduced by Senator Michael Bennet, proposes the creation of a national database to track evictions. The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development would be responsible for establishing and maintaining this database. The bill's title indicates its purpose is to require this national evictions database, with additional unspecified provisions for "other purposes." The potential effects on individuals and communities are not detailed as the full text of the bill is not yet available. However, the establishment of a national evictions database suggests it could impact renters, landlords, and housing policy at a federal level. The specifics of who would be affected and how would depend on the information collected and how it is used, which is not yet public. As S. 5535 was just introduced in the 119th Congress on September 24, 2026, it is at the very beginning of the legislative process. The next steps would typically involve referral to relevant committees, committee review, and potentially hearings or markups. Following committee action, it could be considered by the full Senate, and if passed, would then move to the House of Representatives for consideration.
- Has S. 5535 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 5535. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 5535?
- S. 5535 was sponsored by Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO] (D-CO), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S. 5535?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (24 Sep 2026).
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