Bills · S 1461
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1461Housing and Community Development
Safe SHORES Act of 2025
INTRO APR 10· LAST ACTION APR 10
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a critical need for stable housing among individuals battling substance abuse, which is a major factor in successful long-term recovery. Without safe and supportive housing, many individuals may struggle to maintain sobriety, access necessary services, or rebuild their lives. By reauthorizing and funding this program, the bill ensures that resources remain available to help people transition out of addiction and into self-sufficiency.
If this bill becomes law, it means that a crucial funding stream for recovery housing will continue, potentially helping thousands of individuals each year. It also aims to improve accountability and effectiveness by requiring better data collection and public reporting, allowing for more informed decisions about how best to support recovery. If it doesn't pass, the existing program's authorization would expire, jeopardizing funding for recovery housing initiatives across the country and potentially leaving many vulnerable individuals without essential support.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Reauthorizes the Recovery Housing Program from 2026 through 2030 and sets a minimum annual funding level of $50,000,000.
This ensures the continued operation and financial support for a vital program that provides housing to individuals in substance abuse recovery.
PROVISION 02
Changes the timeline for states to spend awarded funds from 30% within one year to all amounts within five years.
This provides states with greater flexibility and a more realistic timeframe to utilize federal funds for housing projects.
PROVISION 03
Allows states to use up to 1% of program funds to purchase furniture for temporary recovery housing.
This provision helps ensure recovery housing facilities are adequately furnished to support residents' basic living needs.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to monitor grants through its Integrated Disbursement and Information System database.
This improves program oversight and transparency by centralizing grant data and tracking.
PROVISION 05
Mandates annual public reporting to Congress on the program's use of funds, project updates, resident statistics, and interagency strategies.
This increases accountability and provides valuable data on the program's effectiveness and outcomes to the public and policymakers.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 10
Introduced in Senate
APR 10
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1461
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 10, 2025
Last actionApr 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · BANKING, HOUSING, AND URBAN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 10, 2025
Senate BillS 1461Housing and Community Development
Safe SHORES Act of 2025
INTRODUCED APR 10, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 10, 2025
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