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Grant Program for Revitalizing Underinvested Communities and Neighborhoods

This act establishes a grant program to help revitalize neglected urban and rural areas. The goal is to support residents with home repairs, create affordable housing and jobs, and combat vacant properties and the effects of past unfair housing practices. This can lead to improved living conditions, financial stability, and local community development for citizens.
Key points
Grants available for home repairs, energy efficiency improvements, and mortgage assistance for struggling individuals.
Support for creating new, affordable rental and homeownership opportunities, including shared equity programs.
Funding for activities aimed at revitalizing distressed neighborhoods, such as demolishing blighted structures and creating green spaces.
Prioritization of applications that help close racial wealth gaps and support minority homeownership.
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Print number: 117_HR_816
Sponsor: Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9]
Process start date: 2021-02-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Restoring Communities Left Behind Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_816.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants available for home repairs, energy efficiency improvements, and mortgage assistance for struggling individuals.
  • Support for creating new, affordable rental and homeownership opportunities, including shared equity programs.
  • Funding for activities aimed at revitalizing distressed neighborhoods, such as demolishing blighted structures and creating green spaces.
  • Prioritization of applications that help close racial wealth gaps and support minority homeownership.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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