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HR 5340

To prohibit the disclosure of records by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of individuals for the purposes of immigration enforcement, and for other purposes.

119th Congress Introduced by Yassamin Ansari and 28 co-sponsors

HR 5340 protects public housing residents by prohibiting HUD from disclosing their records for immigration enforcement, fostering trust and privacy in communities.

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Bill Summary · HR 5340

Summary of HR 5340: Prohibition on Disclosure of Housing Records for Immigration Enforcement

Bill Number: HR 5340
Title: To prohibit the disclosure of records by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of individuals for the purposes of immigration enforcement, and for other purposes.
Status: Introduced in House
Introduced Date: September 11, 2025
Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HR 5340 is to protect the privacy of individuals by prohibiting the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from disclosing personal records for immigration enforcement purposes. This legislation aims to ensure that individuals' housing records are not used against them in immigration proceedings, thereby fostering a safer environment for residents in public housing and promoting trust between communities and housing authorities.

Key Provisions

  1. Prohibition on Disclosure:

    • The Secretary of HUD is barred from disclosing any records related to individuals for immigration enforcement, regardless of the individual's immigration status.
    • Disclosure is only permissible if there is a written request made in a language the individual understands or with the individual's prior consent.

  2. Public Housing Agencies:

    • The Secretary cannot compel public housing agencies to disclose records that fall under the aforementioned prohibition.

  3. Reporting Requirements:

    • Within 90 days of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary must submit a report to Congress that includes:
      • A timeline for compliance with the Act.
      • Confirmation that the records have been secured.
      • A description of past disclosures of records for immigration enforcement.
      • An outline of measures to ensure future compliance with the Act.

  4. Definitions:

    • The bill provides specific definitions for key terms such as "agency," "immigration enforcement," "public housing agency," "record," and "system of records" to clarify the scope of the legislation.

Impact

  • Individuals Affected:

    • The bill primarily affects individuals residing in public housing, particularly those who may be undocumented or have uncertain immigration status. It aims to protect their personal information from being used in immigration enforcement actions.

  • Public Housing Agencies:

    • Public housing agencies will be shielded from being forced to disclose sensitive information, thereby enhancing the confidentiality of residents' records.

Procedural Aspects

  • Legislative Actions:
    • The bill was introduced and referred to the Committee on Financial Services and the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform on September 11, 2025. Further consideration will be determined by the Speaker of the House.

This legislation represents a significant step towards safeguarding the privacy of individuals in public housing and ensuring that housing records are not misused for immigration enforcement purposes.

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

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