优化提取、扩大范围，北京提取住房公积金直付房租试点升级

Core Points - The Beijing Housing Provident Fund Management Center has announced a new policy to expand the pilot program for direct payment of housing rent using provident fund contributions, aiming to better meet the rental housing needs of contributors [1][2] - The pilot program, launched on January 20, 2025, has received positive feedback, with 488 applications processed and nearly 5.5 million yuan withdrawn, predominantly benefiting young renters [1][2] Summary by Categories Policy Optimization - The new policy includes increased frequency of rent payments, allowing quarterly direct payments to landlords for those on a quarterly rental payment schedule [2] - The application period for the direct payment program has been extended to include all contributors with valid rental contracts [2] Expansion of Pilot Program - The number of participating rental housing institutions has increased from 3 to 4, with the addition of Beijing Ziroom Housing Rental Co., Ltd [2] - The pilot program now covers all rental housing institutions in the city, allowing any willing institution to participate after meeting system integration and business standards [2] Implementation Timeline - The new policy will be effective from July 15, 2025, superseding any previous inconsistent policies [3]