House Bill Would Allow Marijuana in Federally Assisted Housing
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Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) introduced H.R. 2841, the Marijuana in Federally Assisted Housing Parity Act of 2025. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Why it matters: This is a significant policy shift for the housing sector, but it is currently just a proposal. If enacted, it would change how HUD and its grantees handle applicants and tenants who use legal state-level marijuana. It does not change federal drug laws or tax codes; it specifically targets housing eligibility and termination rules.
Who it affects
- Tenants and applicants for HUD-assisted housing (e.g., Section 8, public housing)
This is a bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives, not a law; check the official text on Congress.gov for the full details.
Agency: House
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document