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Affordable Housing and Area Median Income Fairness Act 2024

This act aims to increase housing supply and lower rents, especially in high-cost urban areas. It allocates significant funds to housing programs and mandates an assessment of how to better calculate area median income to ensure housing assistance reaches low and middle-income families most effectively.
Key points
Allocates $5 billion annually for housing programs (HOME, CDBG, Housing Trust Fund) from 2025-2034, focusing on high housing cost areas.
Mandates an assessment of alternative methods for calculating area median income to better support low-income families in urban areas and reduce rent prices.
Analyzes the impact of high housing cost adjustments on income limits and rent prices, including for tax-subsidized housing units.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7972
Sponsor: Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]
Process start date: 2024-04-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Affordable Housing and Area Median Income Fairness Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7972.

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 2024-04-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allocates $5 billion annually for housing programs (HOME, CDBG, Housing Trust Fund) from 2025-2034, focusing on high housing cost areas.
  • Mandates an assessment of alternative methods for calculating area median income to better support low-income families in urban areas and reduce rent prices.
  • Analyzes the impact of high housing cost adjustments on income limits and rent prices, including for tax-subsidized housing units.
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. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-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 2025-12-25.

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