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HR8378Referred to Committee

To modify the reasonable requirements that may be imposed on pet owners living in public housing, and for other purposes.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-04-20
Introduced
6
Cosponsors
HR
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Type

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Michael Lawler
Michael Lawler
Republican · NY · Representative

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

2026-04-20

Bill Summary

This bill would change the rules about what pet restrictions public housing authorities can enforce on residents who own pets. The legislation aims to make pet policies in government-subsidized housing more reasonable and flexible for low-income families and individuals who want to keep animals in their homes.

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