Housing

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 11, 2025

S 943: PRICE Act

The PRICE Act establishes a federal grant program to improve affordable manufactured housing communities, primarily benefiting low- and moderate-income residents living in these communities. Eligible recipients - including resident-owned cooperatives, local governments, community development organizations, and tribal entities - can apply for competitive grants to fund infrastructure upgrades, housing repairs, weatherization, accessibility improvements, and resident services like eviction prevention. Grants prioritize projects that preserve long-term affordability and enhance safety and living conditions, with funds authorized through annual appropriations and a set-aside for tribal communities. The program aims to support sustainable community development while maintaining housing affordability standards.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates federal grants for affordable manufactured housing communities, funding infrastructure repairs, weatherization, and eviction prevention - directly advancing affordable housing and tenant protections for low/moderate-income residents.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Community Development Tenant Rights

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in committee · United States · House Nov 7, 2025

HR 5936: Home for the Brave Act of 2025

This bill changes HUD housing rules to exclude veterans' disability and dependency benefits from being counted as income. It directly affects veterans receiving disability compensation (under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 11) or dependency compensation (under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 13) who apply for HUD housing assistance. The key provision ensures these benefits are not considered when determining eligibility, benefit amounts, or rent calculations under HUD housing programs. This is a concrete policy adjustment to simplify access to housing support for veterans.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExcludes veterans' disability benefits from HUD income calculations, increasing access to housing assistance for a vulnerable group.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExcludes veterans' disability/dependency benefits from HUD income calculations, expanding housing eligibility and support for veterans receiving these benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · Senate Oct 28, 2025

S 3067: Innovation Fund Act

S 3067, the Innovation Fund Act, establishes a competitive grant program administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help eligible cities, counties, and tribes increase local housing supply. The program provides annual grants (ranging from $250,000 to $10 million) to entities that have demonstrated improved housing supply growth, with priority given to innovative zoning reforms and initiatives that expand "attainable housing" (housing serving households at 60-120% of area median income). Grants can fund activities like revising parking requirements, eliminating restrictive zoning, streamlining permitting, and creating mixed-income developments. The bill authorizes $200 million annually (adjusted for inflation) for fiscal years 2027-2031 and explicitly states it does not override local zoning laws or affect existing housing program requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates annual grants ($250k-$10M) through HUD to fund housing supply initiatives, directly increasing government spending on public services per Budget & Taxes indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds HUD grants to increase housing supply via zoning reforms and attainable housing (60-120% AMI), directly advancing affordable housing development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Community Development Zoning

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in committee · United States · House Jan 22, 2025

HR 638: Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2025

HR 638, the Housing Temperature Safety Act of 2025, establishes a 3-year pilot program to test temperature sensors in federally assisted rental housing. It requires public housing agencies and owners of covered housing (including Section 8, public housing, and supportive housing for elderly/disabled residents) to install internet-connected sensors after obtaining resident permission, with data collected on temperature-related complaints. The program mandates evaluations at 12 and 36 months to assess sensor effectiveness, barriers like internet access, and cost comparisons across climate zones. The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development will oversee grants, data protection standards, and report findings to Congress. This pilot targets housing units receiving federal assistance, focusing on measurable temperature compliance without mandating permanent changes.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires temperature sensors in federally assisted housing to address tenant safety complaints, strengthening tenant protections in existing housing programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 17, 2025

S 2853: VA Extenders Act of 2025

The VA Extenders Act of 2025 extends the expiration dates of multiple existing veterans' programs and authorities from 2025 to 2026. It covers healthcare services (like copayment collections and nursing home care), benefits (including educational assistance and disability examinations), housing support (for homeless veterans and adapted housing), and administrative operations (such as Inspector General authority). These extensions ensure continuity for veterans relying on these services and allow the Department of Veterans Affairs to maintain current program operations without interruption. The bill does not create new programs but preserves existing provisions through 2026.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExtends housing support for homeless veterans and adapted housing programs, ensuring continuity of services addressing homelessness within veterans' benefits.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExtends existing veterans' programs (healthcare, benefits, housing) ensuring continuity, aligning with support indicators of protecting and funding veteran services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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passed · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 7432: Fostering the Future Act

HR 7432, the Foster Youth Housing Opportunity Act, improves housing access for foster youth aged 18 to 26 who are aging out of care. It amends federal law to explicitly include "access to housing" in support services, allowing states to use existing funds for housing-related supportive services like financial counseling, lease assistance, and help with security deposits. The bill also requires the Health and Human Services and Housing and Urban Development departments to create joint guidance within a year to coordinate housing programs and child welfare services. States must report to Congress within three years on outcomes like stable housing rates and homelessness reduction for these youth. The law takes effect one year after enactment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly includes housing access in support services, allowing states to use funds for lease assistance, security deposits, and counseling for foster youth aging out of care.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Property Development

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in committee · United States · House Apr 8, 2025

HR 2747: Healthy Affordable Housing Act

HR 2747, the Healthy Affordable Housing Act, creates a HUD grant and loan program to fund affordable housing developments in neighborhoods lacking such housing. It requires new or preserved affordable units to be located within one mile of at least two specific community amenities, such as health centers, grocery stores accepting food assistance, childcare providers, pharmacies, or public transit. The program authorizes $100 million annually (2025-2029) for eligible entities like local governments, tribes, or housing organizations, with preference given to projects near multiple required amenities. HUD must also conduct 10-year resident surveys to evaluate benefits of proximity to these amenities and report findings to Congress.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes $100M annually for HUD housing grants, directly funding public housing programs under government spending.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires housing near health centers, improving access to healthcare services as a mandated amenity.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes $100M annually for affordable housing developments requiring proximity to community amenities like health centers and transit, directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires housing units to be within one mile of public transit, directly promoting access to transportation infrastructure as a qualifying amenity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Community Development Housing Finance Public Transit

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in committee · United States · House Mar 3, 2025

HR 1769: Local Zoning Decisions Protection Act of 2025

This bill nullifies specific Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) rules and notices related to "Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing," including the 2015 final rule, 2021 interim rule, and 2023 proposed rule, as well as a 2015 notice about housing disparity assessments. It prohibits federal funding for a geospatial database tracking racial disparities in housing access or community housing inequities. The bill requires HUD to consult with state, local, and public housing agency officials to develop recommendations for fair housing implementation, mandating consensus-based reporting and public comment periods. This directly affects local governments, state housing officials, and public housing agencies by limiting federal oversight of local zoning decisions and housing policy enforcement.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingNullifies HUD fair housing rules and defunds disparity tracking, weakening federal oversight of housing equity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Zoning

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in committee · United States · House Feb 12, 2025

HR 1231: START Housing Act of 2025

This bill reauthorizes the Recovery Housing Program through 2031, extending its current funding period and changing how states receive funds. It directs the Secretary to prioritize states with the highest need based on four specific data points: unemployment rates (2019-2023), low labor force participation, drug overdose deaths, and unsheltered homelessness counts. States must use these funds to supplement, not replace, existing housing funding and consult with local housing groups before implementing programs. The bill also allows 2% of funds for technical assistance and best practices sharing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingReauthorizes housing funding through 2031, prioritizes high-need states using homelessness/unemployment metrics, requires supplemental use of funds to address housing needs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Homelessness Housing Finance

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passed · United States · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 965: Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act

HR 965, the Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act, amends the U.S. Housing Act of 1937 to exclude certain disability benefits from income calculations for housing assistance. Specifically, it removes benefits received under Chapters 11 or 15 of Title 38 (veterans' disability compensation) from income counts for the Section 8 supported housing program and eligibility for other housing assistance. This change directly helps disabled veterans receiving these benefits by making them more likely to qualify for HUD-administered housing programs. The bill applies to veterans renting residential units on Department property under HUD housing assistance programs established after the bill's enactment.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExcludes veterans' disability benefits from income calculations, expanding Section 8 eligibility for unhoused disabled veterans and directly advancing affordable housing access.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExcludes veterans' disability benefits from income calculations for housing assistance, increasing eligibility for Section 8 programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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