Congressman Rangel urges co-sponsorship of legislation to protect the right to a home, inspired by religious leaders’ push for affordable housing and a New York Times article covering their advocacy.
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Congress of the United States
House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20313–3215
Charles B. Rangel
15th Congressional District, new York
Deputy Whip
Committee Ways and Means Ranking Member
Subcommittee on Trade
Joint Committee on Taxation
Support Safe and Affordable Housing as a “Sacred Right”
September 22, 1999
Dear Colleague:
Enclosed please find a copy of the article, “Religious Leaders Call Housing a Sacred Right,” in the September 10 edition of The New York Times. It is a reminder that, despite the economic growth of our nation, we are still faced with shortages of safe and affordable housing.
Once again, I have introduced the Home Amendment (H.J. Res. 39), which proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the United States regarding the right to a home. I urge you to consider co-sponsoring this important legislation. Please contact Earl N. Smith III at X54365 to add your name as a co-sponsor.
Sincerely,
Charles B. Rangel
Member of Congress
