Bill · H.R. 7057· House(119-HR-7057)
Returning Home Act
- Introduced
- 1/14/2026
- Last activity
- 1/14/2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, 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.
- Sponsored by
- Nanette Barragán
- Cosponsors
- - 14 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "Returning Home Act" aims to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to create the Reentry Rental Assistance and Housing Services Grant Program. This program, overseen by the Attorney General in coordination with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, provides grants to support individuals transitioning from incarceration. Benefits include rental assistance, family stipends, and various supportive services. The program targets individuals in prisons, jails, juvenile facilities, or halfway houses who face housing insecurity. It also establishes specific rules for grant applications and ensures accessibility for people with disabilities.
Yes· 3 of 9
Is this likely to reduce homelessness?+8
The bill targets individuals at risk of becoming homeless or experiencing housing insecurity following incarceration.
Does this make housing cost less?+7
The bill establishes a grant program specifically to provide rental assistance and housing stability for individuals transitioning from incarceration.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+6
The bill provides direct rental assistance and supportive services for those facing housing insecurity.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Rental Assistance: The program can provide 24 months of rental assistance to help individuals pay for housing at a permanent residence. (Section 3, subsection (b)(1))
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Family Support: It allows for a stipend to be given to a family member if the incarcerated individual lives in that family member's household. (Section 3, subsection (b)(2))
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Comprehensive Supportive Services: Individuals can receive help with pre-release planning, document collection, housing counseling, mental health therapy, substance abuse treatment, and employment services. (Section 3, subsection (b)(3)(A-D))
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Housing Stability Assistance: The program provides move-in support, help with security deposits, and housing stabilization services for at least 12 months to help people keep their housing. (Section 3, subsection (b)(3)(G-J))
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Landlord Incentives: Financial incentives, such as payments for holding fees or funds to mitigate property damage, can be used to encourage landlords to accept tenants receiving assistance. (Section 3, subsection (b)(3)(K))
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Protection for Vulnerable Groups: Priority is given to programs serving populations at a disproportionate risk of incarceration and those experiencing disproportionate rates of homelessness. (Section 3, subsection (d)(3)(C))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Denial of Support: Individuals who apply for and are denied support from these programs will receive a notification of the denial and the reason for it. (Section 3, subsection (e)(1))
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Reduces Homelessness+8Improves Affordable Housing+7Improves Poverty Reduction+5Improves Disability Rights+4
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+6Good For People With Disabilities+4
- Healthcare
- Improves Mental Health Access+5Improves Healthcare Access+3
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+1
- 2/2/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 1/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/14/2026
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, 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.
- 11 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Suzanne BonamiciDemocrat · Oregon
Danny DavisDemocrat · Illinois
Dwight EvansDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Adriano EspaillatDemocrat · New York
Jesús GarcíaDemocrat · Illinois
Daniel GoldmanDemocrat · New York
Jahana HayesDemocrat · Connecticut
Ro KhannaDemocrat · California
James McGovernDemocrat · Massachusetts
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Delia RamirezDemocrat · Illinois
Lateefah SimonDemocrat · California
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan
Bonnie Watson ColemanDemocrat · New Jersey