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Support for affordable housing construction using community development funds.

This act allows federal Community Development Block Grant Program funds to be used for the new construction of affordable housing. This means more affordable housing options may become available for low and moderate-income individuals, potentially improving housing accessibility.
Key points
Federal Community Development Block Grant funds can now be used for new affordable housing construction.
The change aims to increase the supply of housing for low and moderate-income individuals.
New rules apply only to funds appropriated after the act's enactment date.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6948
Sponsor: Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-43]
Process start date: 2024-01-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Strengthening Housing Supply Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6948.

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 2024-01-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal Community Development Block Grant funds can now be used for new affordable housing construction.
  • The change aims to increase the supply of housing for low and moderate-income individuals.
  • New rules apply only to funds appropriated after the act's enactment date.
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. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-43].

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 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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