To prohibit the disclosure of records by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of individuals for the purposes of immigration enforcement, and for other purposes.
To prohibit the disclosure of records by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of individuals for the purposes of immigration enforcement, and for other purposes.
Plain Language Summary
# Summary of HR 5340 **What the Bill Does** This bill would prevent the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from sharing personal information about individuals with immigration authorities for the purpose of enforcing immigration laws. In essence, it would create a barrier between HUD records and immigration enforcement agencies, protecting the privacy of people in HUD-assisted housing programs. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects people living in HUD-supported housing (including public housing and rental assistance programs) and immigrants who might be concerned about their immigration status being reported to federal authorities.
It could also impact HUD staff and immigration enforcement agencies' ability to access certain housing records. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Juan Vargas (D-CA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. The specific provisions beyond the main disclosure prohibition are not detailed in the available information.
Latest Action
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, 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.