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119th Congress
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SENATES. 470· 119th Congress

Bill Speeds Up Evictions in Federal Housing

Respect State Housing Laws Act

Sponsor
Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS)
Introduced
Feb 6, 2025
Last Action
Feb 6, 2025
Passage
18%
Introduced
Feb 6, 2025
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Removes 30-day notice requirement before landlords can file eviction in federally-assisted or federally-backed housing.
  • Lets states set their own eviction timelines instead of following federal 30-day minimum.
  • Applies to housing with federal funding or guarantees, not all rentals.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • Landlords win: faster eviction process, shorter notice periods if state law allows it.
  • Tenants lose: less time to pay rent, find money, or prepare to move.
  • Low-income renters most affected: federally-assisted housing serves vulnerable populations.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill introduced in Senate Feb. 6, referred to Banking Committee. No vote scheduled yet.
  • With 13 cosponsors, it has modest support but faces uncertain committee prospects.
  • Contact your senator to voice support or opposition before Banking Committee markup.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Feb 6, 2025Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
  • Feb 6, 2025Introduced in Senate