Grant Program for Workforce Housing Construction and Renovation
This bill aims to establish a grant program to increase the availability of affordable housing for workers in areas facing housing shortages. Through this program, local governments and non-profit organizations can receive financial support for building, renovating, or preserving homes that are affordable for middle-income individuals, potentially making it easier to find housing near their workplaces.
Key points
Financial support for housing construction and renovation: The program will provide grants for creating new and rehabilitating existing homes that are affordable for working individuals.
Housing for middle-income individuals: The goal is to ensure housing costs do not exceed 30% of the buyer's income, and units are affordable for those earning up to 100% of the area median income.
Priority for areas with housing shortages: Grants will be prioritized for regions lacking affordable workforce housing, which can help address employee recruitment challenges in those areas.
Long-term affordability: Homes supported by the program must remain affordable for at least 5 years from sale, providing stability for buyers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5733
Sponsor: Rep. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-7]
Process start date: 2023-09-26