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Affordable Housing Expansion: Modernizing Wage Rules for Federal Construction Projects.

This Act aims to reduce the cost of building affordable housing by changing how minimum required wages (prevailing wages) are calculated and applied on federally supported construction projects. It simplifies wage determination by limiting it to a single residential rate per project and mandates a review of data collection methods to ensure more accurate and objective wage surveys. The goal is to increase the supply of affordable homes for citizens.
Key points
Simplified Wage Rules: Federal housing projects will use a single prevailing wage rate based on the overall residential character of the building, potentially lowering construction costs.
Improved Data Collection: The Department of Labor must update how it collects wage data, allowing for the use of broader geographic areas and more objective sources like Bureau of Labor Statistics surveys.
Working Group Established: A new group will recommend further modernization, including whether residential wage rates can apply to affordable housing buildings of five or more stories.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3092
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2025-11-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Affordable Housing Expansion Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3092.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Simplified Wage Rules: Federal housing projects will use a single prevailing wage rate based on the overall residential character of the building, potentially lowering construction costs.
  • Improved Data Collection: The Department of Labor must update how it collects wage data, allowing for the use of broader geographic areas and more objective sources like Bureau of Labor Statistics surveys.
  • Working Group Established: A new group will recommend further modernization, including whether residential wage rates can apply to affordable housing buildings of five or more stories.
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 Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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