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Break Free From Domestic Violence Act

USA119th CongressHR-5700| House 
| Updated: 10/6/2025
Emilia Strong Sykes

Emilia Strong Sykes

Democratic Representative

Ohio

Financial Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The "Break Free From Domestic Violence Act" aims to enhance housing protections for survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. This legislation amends the existing Violence Against Women Act of 1994 to specifically address housing vulnerabilities faced by these individuals. A key provision allows an applicant or tenant in a covered housing program to voluntarily exit their lease early if they are a victim of such violence. Furthermore, the bill explicitly prohibits the imposition of any fees for early lease termination on these survivors, overriding any conflicting lease agreements. This measure seeks to remove financial barriers and provide a safer pathway for victims to escape abusive situations.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-6167
Break Free From Domestic Violence Act
Oct 6, 2025
Introduced in House
Oct 6, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-6167
    Break Free From Domestic Violence Act


  • October 6, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • October 6, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Bills

  • HR 119-4096: Financial Empowerment and Protection Act

Break Free From Domestic Violence Act

USA119th CongressHR-5700| House 
| Updated: 10/6/2025
The "Break Free From Domestic Violence Act" aims to enhance housing protections for survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. This legislation amends the existing Violence Against Women Act of 1994 to specifically address housing vulnerabilities faced by these individuals. A key provision allows an applicant or tenant in a covered housing program to voluntarily exit their lease early if they are a victim of such violence. Furthermore, the bill explicitly prohibits the imposition of any fees for early lease termination on these survivors, overriding any conflicting lease agreements. This measure seeks to remove financial barriers and provide a safer pathway for victims to escape abusive situations.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-6167
Break Free From Domestic Violence Act
Oct 6, 2025
Introduced in House
Oct 6, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-6167
    Break Free From Domestic Violence Act


  • October 6, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • October 6, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Emilia Strong Sykes

Emilia Strong Sykes

Democratic Representative

Ohio

Financial Services Committee

Crime and Law Enforcement

Related Bills

  • HR 119-4096: Financial Empowerment and Protection Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted