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Native American Rural Homeownership Improvement Act of 2023

3/18/2024, 3:08 PM

Summary of Bill S 1941

Bill 118 s 1941, also known as the Native American Rural Homeownership Improvement Act of 2023, aims to address the issue of homeownership among Native American communities living in rural areas. The bill recognizes the unique challenges faced by these communities in accessing affordable housing and seeks to provide support and resources to help them achieve homeownership.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to assist Native American families in purchasing, constructing, or rehabilitating homes in rural areas. These grants would be targeted towards low-income families who may otherwise struggle to afford homeownership. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for technical assistance and training programs to help families navigate the homebuying process and maintain their homes once purchased.

Furthermore, the bill seeks to improve access to mortgage financing for Native American families by working with lenders to develop innovative loan products tailored to the needs of these communities. This includes exploring options for down payment assistance and other financial incentives to make homeownership more attainable. Overall, the Native American Rural Homeownership Improvement Act of 2023 aims to empower Native American families living in rural areas to achieve the dream of homeownership, while also addressing the unique challenges they face in accessing affordable housing. By providing grants, technical assistance, and support for mortgage financing, the bill seeks to create opportunities for these communities to build wealth and stability through homeownership.

Congressional Summary of S 1941

Native American Rural Homeownership Improvement Act of 2023

This bill provides statutory authority for a Department of Agriculture pilot program that provides direct loans to Native community development financial institutions to increase homeownership opportunities for tribal communities in rural areas.

Current Status of Bill S 1941

Bill S 1941 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2023. Bill S 1941 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 13, 2023.  Bill S 1941's most recent activity was Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. as of March 12, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1941

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1941

Primary Policy Focus

Native Americans

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1941

Native American Rural Homeownership Improvement Act of 2023
Native American Rural Homeownership Improvement Act of 2023
A bill to permanently authorize the Native Community Development Financial Institutions lending program of the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes.

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