Housing Crisis Response Act of 2025 | ChamberLight
Bills · HR 6771
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6771Housing and Community Development
Housing Crisis Response Act of 2025
INTRO DEC 17· LAST ACTION DEC 17
READING
95MIN
COSPONSORS
3
READER REACTIONS0 TOTAL
NO VOTES YET · BE THE FIRST
Introduced only
LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8
Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because many Americans struggle to find housing they can afford, or live in homes that are in disrepair or unsafe. If this bill becomes law, it could lead to widespread improvements in the condition of existing public housing, potentially making thousands of units safer and more livable. It could also increase the overall supply of affordable housing, helping to ease the current housing crisis and lower housing costs for vulnerable populations.
Without this bill, many public housing properties would likely continue to deteriorate, and the current shortages of affordable and accessible housing would persist, potentially worsening the housing crisis. The bill's focus on energy efficiency, lead paint removal, and climate resilience in affordable housing could also lead to healthier homes and lower utility bills for residents, addressing critical issues that directly impact people's daily lives and long-term well-being.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Appropriates $10 billion for the Public Housing Capital Fund to repair, maintain, and modernize existing public housing properties.
This aims to address the significant backlog of repairs in public housing, improving living conditions for residents.
PROVISION 02
Provides an additional $53 billion for the Secretary of HUD to make priority investments for repairing, replacing, or constructing public housing properties.
This substantial funding targets the most urgent needs in public housing, potentially leading to new developments and major overhauls.
PROVISION 03
Allocates $1.2 billion for competitive grants to transform, rehabilitate, and replace public and assisted housing, and revitalize surrounding neighborhoods into mixed-income communities.
These grants foster broader community development beyond individual buildings, aiming to create sustainable, diverse neighborhoods.
PROVISION 04
Mandates that properties developed with Section 24 grants commit to an affordability period of at least 20 years for low-income and affordable housing units.
This ensures that the public investment provides long-term housing solutions for those who need them most.
PROVISION 05
Appropriates $750 million for HUD to administer and oversee the implementation of these public housing investments.
This funding ensures proper management, monitoring, and evaluation of the large-scale housing programs and grants.
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
This bill matters because many Americans struggle to find housing they can afford, or live in homes that are in disrepair or unsafe. If this bill becomes law, it could lead to widespread improvements in the condition of existing public housing, potentially making thousands of units safer and more livable. It could also increase the overall supply of affordable housing, helping to ease the current housing crisis and lower housing costs for vulnerable populations.
Without this bill, many public housing properties would likely continue to deteriorate, and the current shortages of affordable and accessible housing would persist, potentially worsening the housing crisis. The bill's focus on energy efficiency, lead paint removal, and climate resilience in affordable housing could also lead to healthier homes and lower utility bills for residents, addressing critical issues that directly impact people's daily lives and long-term well-being.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Appropriates $10 billion for the Public Housing Capital Fund to repair, maintain, and modernize existing public housing properties.
This aims to address the significant backlog of repairs in public housing, improving living conditions for residents.
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Provides an additional $53 billion for the Secretary of HUD to make priority investments for repairing, replacing, or constructing public housing properties.
This substantial funding targets the most urgent needs in public housing, potentially leading to new developments and major overhauls.
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Allocates $1.2 billion for competitive grants to transform, rehabilitate, and replace public and assisted housing, and revitalize surrounding neighborhoods into mixed-income communities.
These grants foster broader community development beyond individual buildings, aiming to create sustainable, diverse neighborhoods.
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Mandates that properties developed with Section 24 grants commit to an affordability period of at least 20 years for low-income and affordable housing units.
This ensures that the public investment provides long-term housing solutions for those who need them most.
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Appropriates $750 million for HUD to administer and oversee the implementation of these public housing investments.
This funding ensures proper management, monitoring, and evaluation of the large-scale housing programs and grants.
Competitive grants for public and assisted housing transformation/revitalization
mandatory
FY2026, available until Sep 30, 2028
$750,000,000
HUD administration and oversight of public housing programs
mandatory
FY2026, available until Sep 30, 2033
$50,000,000
Technical assistance and capacity building for eligible entities
mandatory
FY2026, available until Sep 30, 2033
GLOSSARY
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Public Housing Agency (PHA)
A state, local, or regional government body that manages and operates public housing and housing assistance programs for low-income residents.
Capital Fund
A federal fund used by Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) for major repairs, upgrades, and improvements to public housing properties.
Section 811 Supportive Housing for People with Disabilities
A federal program that provides housing assistance and support services to very low-income adults with disabilities.
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program
A federal program that helps provide affordable housing and supportive services for very low-income elderly people.
Housing Vouchers
Government assistance that helps low-income families, the elderly, and people with disabilities afford safe and decent housing in the private market.
Area Median Income (AMI)
The midpoint of a region's income distribution, meaning half of the households in that area earn more and half earn less. Often used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
Affordability Use Restriction
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTS
DEC 17, 25
Introduced in House
INTROREFERRAL
DEC 17, 25
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
A legal agreement recorded against a property that requires it to be rented or sold at affordable rates to eligible low-income households for a specified period.
Environmental Review
A process required by federal law to assess the potential environmental impacts of a proposed project, such as housing development, to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
