Representative Mfume's Statement on Missed Housing Bill Vote

The Frame

What this does

The document clarifies the voting record of a member of Congress regarding the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which aims to increase affordable housing supply and protect veterans' housing assistance.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Kweisi Mfume

His official voting record for the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act was impacted by his absence.

Veterans

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act contains provisions to protect their housing assistance eligibility.

Localities

The bill allows them to use Community Development Block Grant funds for new housing construction.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Representative Kweisi Mfume explains his absence from a June 23, 2026, vote on the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, citing his presence in Maryland for primary elections. He criticizes the Speaker of the House for rescheduling the vote to a time when representatives from three states were occupied with election duties.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Representative Mfume miss the vote?

He was in Maryland fulfilling obligations related to the state's primary election day.

How would Representative Mfume have voted on the housing bill?

He stated he would have voted 'YEA' on both No. 223 and Roll Call No. 224.

What does the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act do?

It aims to increase affordable housing supply, expand access to manufactured housing, allow use of funds for housing, and protect veterans' housing assistance.

Why It Matters

The document clarifies the voting record of a member of Congress regarding the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which aims to increase affordable housing supply and protect veterans' housing assistance.

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Legislative Scheduling Conflict

The document highlights a conflict between primary election schedules and House floor voting schedules, resulting in significant member absenteeism.

Kweisi Mfume

Connected Entities

organizationGovernment Publishing Office“Publisher of the Congressional Record”Map →

locationUtah“State holding primary elections on June 23, 2026”Map →

locationMaryland“State holding primary elections on June 23, 2026”Map →

locationNew York“State holding primary elections on June 23, 2026”Map →

personKweisi Mfume“U.S. Representative for Maryland's 7th District”Map →

Sources

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