HB5485Introduced in the House
FAIR ACCESS TO HOUSING
Introduced by Justin Cochran, District 55
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amends the Fair Access to Housing Act. Provides that, on and after January 1, 2027, it shall be unlawful for a covered entity to purchase, acquire, or offer to purchase or acquire any interest in a single-family residence unless the single-family residence has been listed for sale to the general public for at least 75 days. Defines "covered entity".
Where it stands
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
April 17, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Judiciary - Civil Committee · March 26, 2026
13
Yes
7
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
20 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Eva Dina Delgado | 3 | Yes |
| Lilian Jimenez | 4 | Yes |
| Ann Williams | 11 | Yes |
| Kelly Cassidy | 14 | Yes |
| Kevin Olickal | 16 | Yes |
| Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz | 17 | Yes |
| Martin McLaughlin | 52 | No |
| Mary Canty | 54 | Yes |
| Tracy Katz Muhl | 57 | Yes |
| Bob Morgan | 58 | Yes |
Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Justin Cochran
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Judiciary - Civil Committee
Do Pass / Short Debate Judiciary - Civil Committee; 013-007-000
Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
Housing Affordability Impact Note Requested by Rep. Daniel J. Ugaste
Housing Affordability Impact Note Filed
Second Reading - Short Debate
Held on Calendar Order of Second Reading - Short Debate
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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