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Affordable Housing Investments, Down Payment Grants, and Estate Tax Reform

This bill invests billions in building affordable housing and provides down payment grants for first-time, first-generation homebuyers. It strengthens protections against housing discrimination and increases estate taxes on the wealthy.
Key points
Down payment assistance grants for eligible first-time homebuyers who are first-generation buyers.
Funding for affordable rental units, public housing repairs, and incentives for local zoning reforms.
New legal protections against housing discrimination based on source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, and veteran status.
Increases estate taxes by reducing the basic exclusion amount to $3.5 million and adds a surtax on estates over $1 billion.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2038
Sponsor: Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5]
Process start date: 2025-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Housing and Economic Mobility Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2038.

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 2025-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Down payment assistance grants for eligible first-time homebuyers who are first-generation buyers.
  • Funding for affordable rental units, public housing repairs, and incentives for local zoning reforms.
  • New legal protections against housing discrimination based on source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, and veteran status.
  • Increases estate taxes by reducing the basic exclusion amount to $3.5 million and adds a surtax on estates over $1 billion.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-19.

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