MOLD Act
Congress Proposes MOLD Act to Require Independent Inspections and Stricter Safety Rules for Military Housing
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- Congress is considering a bill to fix dangerous living conditions in military housing, specifically targeting mold, water leaks, and poor air quality that have affected thousands of families.
- The policy would require independent, third-party experts to inspect homes every time a family moves in or out, and whenever a tenant files a safety complaint.
- Private housing companies would be legally required to pay for all mold cleanup, moving costs for families forced to leave unsafe homes, and any personal property destroyed by water or mold.
- A new 24/7 hotline and public website would be created so military families can report hazards and see the safety history of their housing units before they move in.
- The Department of Defense would appoint a Chief Housing Officer to oversee these rules and would have the power to cut bonuses for housing companies that fail to keep homes safe and clean.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Life & Work
The 14 private housing companies operating 78 military housing developments would face significantly higher compliance costs, including mandatory third-party inspections, certified remediation personnel, and full financial responsibility for relocations and property loss. Companies that fail to comply could lose eligibility for performance bonuses. However, certified mold inspection and remediation businesses could see increased demand for their services.
Disabilities
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
MOLD Act
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