SUPER Demonstration Act

The SUPER Demonstration Act creates a competitive grant program to fund affordable housing development in communities experiencing significant workforce growth from federal infrastructure investments (like the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act). Local governments or public housing agencies must apply, demonstrate housing need tied to these federal projects, and commit to reforming zoning or regulatory barriers to qualify for grants. Funds - partially drawn from $3 billion in unused pandemic relief money - can be used to convert vacant offices to housing, support construction through partnerships, or provide developer assistance. The program requires grantees to implement zoning reforms and will be evaluated annually to measure its impact on housing development timelines and outcomes.