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42 U.S.C. § 12901. — Purpose · Congress.wiki

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42 U.S.C. § 12901.Chapter 131

§ 12901

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The purpose of this chapter  is to provide States and localities with the resources and incentives to devise long-term comprehensive strategies for meeting the housing needs of persons with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome and families of such persons.1

Release: pl-119-83 (2026-04-13)

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