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Easier Home Loans for Rural Areas and Small Towns

This bill expands access to home financing in rural areas by including larger towns and additional types of housing. It helps more people living outside major cities qualify for loans to buy or improve their homes.
Key points
Financing now covers accessory dwelling units, such as guest houses or backyard cottages.
The definition of a 'rural area' is expanded to include towns with up to 10,000 residents, up from the previous 2,500 limit.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
FARM Home Loans Act of 2026
Print number: S 4182
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2026-03-24