The proposed bill, General Assembly Committee Bill No. 6491, aims to prioritize the allocation of rental assistance program vouchers for individuals who plan to use these vouchers in municipalities that have not met the ten percent threshold for the affordable housing appeals procedure exemption. The bill amends subsection (e) of section 8-345 of the general statutes, which is set to take effect on October 1, 2025. The new language emphasizes promoting housing choice for certificate holders, encouraging racial and economic integration, and specifically promoting the use of certificates in municipalities that have historically underutilized the program.

Key changes in the bill include the deletion of the phrase "and encourage racial and economic integration" and the insertion of language that highlights the promotion of certificate use in underutilized municipalities. Additionally, the bill mandates that the commissioner of the program actively seeks to expend all appropriated funds annually, regardless of previous population limitations, and establishes maximum rent levels for municipalities to facilitate the program's use. The bill also ensures that certificate holders are informed about their ability to use certificates in any municipality and that assistance is provided in finding housing in their preferred locations.