HF3606 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Proof of citizenship or lawful immigration status required as a prerequisite to receipt of rental assistance or down payment assistance.
Related bill: SF4623
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
To require proof of citizenship or lawful immigration status for each adult in a household before rental assistance or down payment assistance can be issued.
Main Provisions
- Adds a new subdivision (Subdivision 22) to Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 462A.07 titled "Proof of lawful residency housing assistance."
- The housing agency must require proof of citizenship or lawful immigration status for every adult member in a household before issuing any payment of rental assistance or down payment assistance under this chapter.
How it Changes Current Law
- Expands eligibility verification by adding a requirement that adults in a household demonstrate their citizenship or lawful immigration status prior to receiving rental or down payment assistance.
- Changes the process for approving and disbursing aid under the rental assistance and down payment programs by tying eligibility to immigration status documentation.
Potential Implications and Considerations
- Eligibility criteria become stricter for households seeking rental or down payment assistance.
- May affect households with immigrant members or mixed-status households.
- Introduces a verification step that could impact access to housing assistance and the administration of these programs.
Relationship to Existing Law
- This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 462A.07 by adding a new subdivision (Subdivision 22) focused on proof of citizenship and lawful immigration status.
Public Policy Considerations (Plain-language)
- The bill reflects a policy choice to ensure that housing assistance is provided only to individuals with verified citizenship or lawful immigration status.
Relevant Terms - proof of citizenship - lawful immigration status - rental assistance - down payment assistance - adult member - household - agency - Minnesota Statutes 2024 - section 462A.07 - subdivision 22
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 23, 2026 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Housing Finance and Policy |
Citations
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee