Plain Language Summary
# KAMALA Act Summary **What the bill would do:** The KAMALA Act would restrict Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding—a federal program that provides money to states, cities, and tribes for housing and community development projects—from being used to help non-U.S. citizens who are not lawful permanent residents. The bill would also penalize state and local governments by withholding CDBG grants from any jurisdiction that uses its own funds or other sources to assist these individuals through housing or community development programs. **Who it affects:** The bill would impact state and local governments that receive CDBG funding, as well as non-citizens without permanent resident status who might benefit from community development or housing assistance programs.
It could also affect Indian tribes that administer these programs. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Andy Biggs (R-AZ) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. No action has been taken on the legislation at this time.
CRS Official Summary
Keeping Aid for Municipalities And Localities Accountable Act or the KAMALA ActThis bill prohibits the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to assist non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) who are not lawfully admitted permanent residents. The CDBG program is administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and provides states, local governments, and Indian tribes with funds for economic and community development.The bill also specifically prohibits HUD from making a CDBG grant to any state, local government, or Indian tribe that carries out a housing or community development program that assists such individuals.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.