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UNLOCK Housing Act: More Affordable Homes on Federal Land

This act aims to make it easier to build affordable housing on unused government land. A special task force will be created to identify suitable areas and streamline transfer processes, increasing the availability of homes for low-income individuals. This initiative seeks to address the shortage of affordable housing.
Key points
Federal lands can now be used for building homes for extremely low, very low, and low-income families.
A joint task force will be established to identify suitable federal land and simplify land transfer procedures.
This task force will also evaluate the costs incurred by federal and state entities due to a lack of affordable housing.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3215
Sponsor: Rep. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4]
Process start date: 2025-05-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Utilizing National Land for Opportunities and Community Key (UNLOCK) Housing Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3215.

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 2025-05-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal lands can now be used for building homes for extremely low, very low, and low-income families.
  • A joint task force will be established to identify suitable federal land and simplify land transfer procedures.
  • This task force will also evaluate the costs incurred by federal and state entities due to a lack of affordable housing.
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. Horsford, Steven [D-NV-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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