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 the promotion of housing choice for certificate holders, encourages racial and economic integration, and specifically promotes the use of certificates in municipalities where the program has historically been underutilized.

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 intention to promote the use of certificates by holders in underutilized municipalities. Additionally, the bill mandates that the commissioner of the program actively seek to expend all appropriated funds annually, regardless of previous population limitations, and establishes that maximum rent levels for municipalities should facilitate the program's use across all areas. The bill also clarifies that certificates can be used in any municipality, with the commissioner responsible for informing and assisting certificate holders in their housing search.