Marijuana in Federally Assisted Housing Parity Act of 2025

# Marijuana in Federally Assisted Housing Parity Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would change federal rules about marijuana use in housing that receives federal funding or assistance. Currently, federal housing programs prohibit tenants from using marijuana, even in states where it's legal. If passed, this bill would allow individual states and housing authorities to set their own marijuana policies for federally-assisted housing, rather than enforcing a blanket federal ban. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects low-income tenants living in federally-assisted housing (such as public housing or housing receiving federal subsidies) and the housing authorities that manage these properties.

It could also impact states that have legalized marijuana but whose tenants in federal housing still face restrictions. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. No action has been taken as of now.