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Housing across the country

Every housing bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills
124
last 12 weeks
Active states
9
jurisdictions with bills
Most active
United States
65 bills
Stance split
109 for 15 against
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Showing 11–20 of 109 bills

Bills supporting housing

in committee · United States · House Aug 13, 2026

HR 10103: Stable Homes Act

The Stable Homes Act directs the Department of Housing and Urban Development to launch a five-year pilot program that provides $300 million annually in grants to local governments for establishing or expanding eviction diversion programs. These programs require landlords to notify tenants of their right to participate in dispute resolution before filing formal eviction proceedings, mandating at least 30 days of good-faith negotiation involving services such as mediation, housing counseling, and rental assistance. The legislation ensures that low-income tenants have access to free legal counsel if their landlord is represented by an attorney, while allowing landlords to bypass the program only in cases involving an imminent threat of physical harm. Local governments receiving these grants must submit annual reports detailing case outcomes, costs, and tenant demographics to Congress through 2030.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds eviction diversion programs and mandates tenant protections like dispute resolution and housing counseling, directly strengthening tenant rights.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights
Mary Gay Scanlon (D) · 5 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Aug 13, 2026

HR 10096: Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act of 2026

The Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act of 2026 establishes a bipartisan, 18-member task force to study how a lack of affordable housing affects various aspects of life and government spending. The group will evaluate impacts on areas such as education, employment, health, and regional economic growth, while also quantifying the costs imposed on federal, state, and local programs due to housing shortages. Members will be appointed by congressional leadership within 180 days of enactment and must submit a final report with recommendations to Congress before the task force terminates two years after all members are appointed.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill establishes a task force to study the affordable housing crisis and its impacts, advancing awareness and policy analysis for this topic.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Homeownership Housing Finance
Michael Lawler (R) · 4 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5354: Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Modernization Act of 2026

The Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Modernization Act of 2026 reauthorizes federal housing assistance for Indian tribes and Native Hawaiians through fiscal year 2033 while expanding eligibility to include families with incomes up to 120 percent of the area median. The bill grants tribes greater autonomy by allowing them to set their own rent, procurement, and environmental review policies, and it streamlines regulatory processes by consolidating environmental reviews and exempting certain small-scale projects from specific federal requirements. Additionally, the legislation establishes new grant programs for homeless American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians, creates a rental assistance program for homeless Indian veterans, and extends leasehold interests on trust lands to 99 years to improve financing options.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill reauthorizes federal housing assistance through 2033 and expands eligibility, directly funding and strengthening public services for Native communities.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill reauthorizes federal housing assistance for tribes and expands eligibility to 120% of area median income, directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Procurement Homelessness Renters Tags Tribal Nations
Lisa Murkowski (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9870: Affordable Housing Incentives Act

The Affordable Housing Incentives Act allows property owners to avoid paying capital gains taxes when they sell real estate to qualified housing operators for use as affordable housing. To qualify, the property must be subject to a binding legal agreement that ensures it remains affordable or used as a homeless shelter for at least 30 years. The sale price cannot exceed the value determined by a professional appraisal, and the seller must notify the Treasury Department within 90 days of the transfer. The Treasury is required to audit these properties every five years to verify they continue to meet the affordability requirements throughout the 30-year period.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates a tax exemption for capital gains on real estate sales, reducing government revenue to fund affordable housing initiatives.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides tax incentives to convert properties into affordable housing and homeless shelters, directly advancing housing development and stability.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Tax Incentives Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Property Taxes
Scott H. Peters (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 11, 2026

HB 2732: An Act amending the act of July 7, 1947 (P.L.1368, No.542), known as the Real Estate Tax Sale Law, in sale of property, providing for protection of senior homeowners experiencing financial hardship.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2732 amends the Real Estate Tax Sale Law to prevent the forced sale of homes owned by seniors who are experiencing financial hardship. To qualify, an individual must be at least 65 years old, live in the property as their primary residence, and demonstrate that their household income is at or below the federal poverty level or that they face significant obstacles such as high medical costs or caregiving duties. If a homeowner applies for this protection before a court confirms a tax sale, the county tax bureau must pause all sale proceedings and work with the owner to create a written repayment plan for the delinquent taxes. This protection remains in effect until the property is sold, it is no longer the owner's primary home, or the owner passes away, though the estate may continue the repayment plan for up to twelve months after the owner's death.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill prevents forced sale of homes for seniors in financial hardship, directly protecting property rights and housing stability.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Homeownership Property Taxes Tags Seniors
Brett Miller (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 4, 2026

HB 2727: An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assessments of persons and property, providing for senior property tax freeze.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2727 authorizes local governments to offer a voluntary property tax freeze for seniors who are at least 65 years old, have lived in the state for five or more years, and meet specific income limits. Eligible homeowners can keep their real estate taxes fixed at the amount paid during a designated base year, provided they continue to meet financial criteria that are adjusted annually for inflation. The tax freeze applies only to a primary residence and transfers if the owner moves within the same local jurisdiction, but it ends when the property is sold or transferred. The state Department of Community and Economic Development will oversee the program by creating a standardized application form and publishing annual reports on its performance and cost savings.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax relief for seniors by freezing taxes, directly addressing taxation and fiscal policy.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill provides a property tax freeze for seniors, which protects their financial stability and ability to remain in their primary residences.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Government Spending Property Tax Property Development Property Taxes Tags Seniors
Kristin Marcell (R) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · New York · Senate Aug 24, 2026

S 10687: Relates to notice of applications for major capital improvement rent increases

Requires notice of applications for major capital improvement rent increases to include a statement on the first page explaining in plain language the tenant's right to answer or reply and how a tenant may request an extension of time to submit such answer or reply.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens tenant protections by mandating clear notice and plain language explanations regarding rights to respond to major capital improvement rent increases.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights
Robert Jackson (D)
in committee · New York · Senate Aug 14, 2026

S 10682: Establishes multidisciplinary personnel teams

Establishes multidisciplinary personnel teams to ensure prompt, coordinated, and confidential sharing of information among professionals for effective identification, assessment, and delivery of housing and supportive services.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes teams to coordinate the delivery of housing and supportive services, directly advancing access to housing resources.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Homelessness
Erik Bottcher (D)
in committee · Michigan · House Aug 11, 2026

HB 6229: Civil procedure: bankruptcy; bankruptcy exemptions; modify. Amends sec. 5451 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.5451).

Michigan House Bill 6229 significantly increases the amount of personal property that individuals can protect from creditors when filing for bankruptcy under state law. The bill raises exemption limits for key assets, including increasing the homestead exemption to $125,000 (or $200,000 for those over age 65 or disabled), raising the motor vehicle exemption to $15,000, and expanding protections for household goods, tools of trade, and retirement accounts. It also introduces a new mechanism where the state treasurer adjusts these dollar amounts every three years based on changes in the Consumer Price Index and the Home Price Index to account for inflation. These changes apply to bankruptcy cases filed after the bill's effective date, allowing debtors to retain more of their essential assets during the legal process.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingIncreases homestead exemption limits to $125k/$200k, strengthening property rights and protecting homeowners from losing their primary residence in bankruptcy.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Property Taxes
Brenda Carter (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Michigan · Senate Aug 26, 2026

SB 1138: Civil procedure: bankruptcy; bankruptcy exemptions; modify. Amends sec. 5451 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.5451).

Michigan Senate Bill 1138 significantly increases the dollar limits for property that debtors can protect from creditors during federal bankruptcy proceedings. The bill raises specific exemption caps, such as increasing the homestead exemption to $125,000 for most individuals and $200,000 for those who are disabled or over age 65, while also boosting limits for household goods, motor vehicles, and business tools. Additionally, it expands protections for retirement accounts by clarifying that IRAs and qualified pension plans are generally exempt, with specific exclusions for recent contributions or amounts subject to court orders for child support and divorce. The legislation establishes a mechanism for the state treasurer to adjust these dollar amounts every three years based on consumer price and home value indices to keep pace with inflation.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill increases homestead exemption limits to $125k-$200k, directly protecting property rights and preventing forced sale of homes during bankruptcy.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Property Taxes
Mary Cavanagh (D) · 5 co-sponsors
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