KAMALA Act

Key Points

• Would bar certain federal housing and community development grant money from being used to help people who are not U.S. nationals or lawful permanent residents.
• Would also block states, local governments, and tribes from getting these grants if they run any housing or community programs that assist people not lawfully present.
• This could force cities and counties to change who can get help from federally funded local programs, like some housing or neighborhood improvement services.
• Supporters may say it keeps federal dollars focused on citizens and lawful residents; critics may say it could cut off help for some families and complicate local services.
• Because it ties eligibility to immigration status, it could increase paperwork and verification steps for agencies and nonprofits using these grant funds.