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HB 1293

An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), referred to as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for findings and declaration of policy, for definitions, for formation of housing authorities, for powers of an authority and for establishment of rentals and selection of tenants.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Missy Cerrato and 14 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania updates its public housing authorities law governing formation, operations, rental rates, and tenant selection policies to modernize affordable housing management.

Referred to Housing & Community Development
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Bill Summary · HB 1293

Legislative bill overview

HB 1293 amends Pennsylvania's Housing Authorities Law, a foundational 1937 statute governing how public housing authorities operate. The bill modifies provisions related to policy declarations, definitions, authority formation procedures, operational powers, and rental/tenant selection policies, though specific amendments are not detailed in the bill summary.

Why is this important

Public housing authorities manage affordable housing stock and serve low-income residents across Pennsylvania communities. Updates to their governing statute can affect how efficiently authorities operate, who qualifies for housing, rental structures, and the state's ability to address housing affordability challenges.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant selection criteria changes – Modifications to how authorities select tenants could expand or restrict eligibility, potentially benefiting some populations while excluding others
  • Rental rate authority – Changes to how rents are set and managed could impact affordability for current residents or affect authority revenue for maintenance
  • Authority formation and governance – Restructuring how authorities are created or operated could shift power between state oversight, local control, and community input

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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