Bill
S 2721
Bill S 2721 creates a program to replace unsafe mobile homes with safer options, offering financial aid to eligible homeowners and improving housing quality.
Bill Number: S 2721
Title: Establishes the Mobile and Manufactured Home Replacement Program
Status: Reported and Committed to Finance
Introduced: January 22, 2025
Classification: Bill
Primary Sponsor: James Skoufis
The primary aim of Bill S 2721 is to establish a program that facilitates the replacement of mobile and manufactured homes. This initiative seeks to improve housing conditions for residents living in older, potentially unsafe mobile and manufactured homes by providing financial assistance for their replacement with safer, more modern housing options.
Program Establishment: The bill proposes the creation of a Mobile and Manufactured Home Replacement Program, which will provide financial support to eligible homeowners.
Eligibility Criteria: Homeowners of mobile and manufactured homes that meet specific age and condition requirements will be eligible for assistance. The exact criteria will be defined in subsequent regulations.
Financial Assistance: The program will offer grants or low-interest loans to help cover the costs associated with the replacement of qualifying homes. The specific amounts and terms of financial assistance will be determined by the program's regulations.
Implementation Timeline: The bill outlines a timeline for the program's implementation, which will include the establishment of guidelines and the allocation of funding.
Target Population: The bill primarily affects residents of mobile and manufactured homes, particularly those living in older units that may not meet current safety and health standards.
Housing Quality Improvement: By facilitating the replacement of outdated homes, the program aims to enhance the overall quality of housing in communities where mobile and manufactured homes are prevalent.
Economic Considerations: The financial assistance provided through the program may stimulate local economies by encouraging the purchase of new homes and related services.
January 22, 2025: Bill S 2721 was introduced and referred to the Committee on Housing, Construction and Community Development.
January 27, 2025: The bill was reported and committed to the Finance Committee for further consideration.
This bill is related to several prior-session bills, including:
- A 10285
- A 1124
- A 410
- S 6866
- S 3141
- A 5655 (companion bill)
These related bills may provide additional context or support for the objectives outlined in S 2721.
This summary provides an overview of Bill S 2721, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and potential impact on communities and residents of mobile and manufactured homes.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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