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A 7527

Provides an alternative hardship allowance based on 8 1/2% of assessed value

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Fitzpatrick and 1 co-sponsor

Proposes an alternative hardship allowance equal to 8.5% of assessed property value to aid housing relief participants; referred to the Housing committee.

REFERRED TO HOUSING
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Bill Summary · A 7527

Summary of Bill A 7527

Overview

Bill A 7527 proposes an alternative hardship allowance whose amount is based on 8.5% of the assessed value. The bill is currently in the referral stage and has been assigned to the Housing committee for consideration.

  • Bill number: A 7527
  • Title: Provides an alternative hardship allowance based on 8 1/2% of assessed value
  • Purpose (stated): Establish a hardship allowance calculation tied to the assessed value of property (8.5%)

Key Provisions (as described)

  • Establishment of an alternative hardship allowance
  • Calculation basis: 8.5% of assessed value
  • Details about eligibility, administration, funding, duration, and interaction with existing housing programs are not provided in the available summary; the full text would define who qualifies, how the allowance is claimed, and how it is funded or funded-equivalent.

Note: Because the summary does not include the bill text, the above provisions reflect the high-level framework stated in the bill’s title and summary. The full measure would specify operational details.

Affected Parties and Impact

  • Primary potential beneficiaries: Individuals or entities currently participating in hardship relief or housing affordability programs that provide financial allowances; the bill would alter the amount or method of calculating such allowances.
  • Government actors: State or local housing authorities and/or relevant state agencies responsible for administering hardship or housing assistance programs.
  • Fiscal impact: The bill would have budgetary implications depending on the defined pool of eligible recipients and how an 8.5% of assessed value calculation translates into actual payments. A detailed fiscal note would clarify cost, funding sources, and potential savings or shifts in expenditures.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: April 1, 2025
  • Status: Referred to Housing (assigned to the Housing committee for review)
  • Legislative actions: The record shows the bill being referred to Housing on 2025-04-01 (listed twice in the provided actions)
  • Next steps: If advanced, the bill would undergo committee analysis, potential amendments, and then floor consideration in the chamber of origin, followed by potential action in the other house (depending on the jurisdiction’s process).

Sponsorship

  • Primary sponsor: Michael J. Fitzpatrick
  • Cosponsor: Chris Tague

Related Legislation (prior sessions)

  • A 3097, A 3197, A 2569, A 4231, A 4025, A 7348, A 6118, A 5634, A 4680 (listed as prior-session related bills)
  • Context: The presence of multiple related bills in prior sessions suggests ongoing interest in hardship allowances or similar housing relief mechanisms.

Notes for Readers

  • The summary above reflects the information provided. For a complete understanding, including eligibility criteria, administration, funding mechanics, and potential fiscal impact, the bill’s full text and any accompanying fiscal notes or analyses should be reviewed once available.

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

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