Expanding Affordable Housing Access and Streamlining Development Rules.
This Act expands eligibility for federal housing assistance by raising the income limit for beneficiaries to 100% of the area's median income, qualifying more moderate-income families. It also significantly streamlines development by exempting small projects and urban infill housing from lengthy federal environmental reviews. These changes aim to accelerate construction and increase the supply of safe, affordable housing.
Key points
More families qualify for housing aid: Income limits for HOME programs are raised to 100% of the area median income.
Faster construction: Small projects (15 units or less) and urban infill housing are exempt from time-consuming federal environmental reviews.
Increased flexibility for local governments to use funds for construction, rehabilitation, and essential infrastructure near affordable housing.
The maximum eligible home purchase price for assistance is increased from 95% to 110% of the area median price.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5878
Sponsor: Rep. Flood, Mike [R-NE-1]
Process start date: 2025-10-31