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Housing Supply Expansion Act
3/12/2024, 5:15 AM
Summary of Bill S 1682
The Housing Supply Expansion Act, also known as Bill 118 s 1682, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the ongoing housing crisis in the United States by increasing the supply of affordable housing.
One of the key provisions of the Housing Supply Expansion Act is the establishment of a grant program to incentivize local governments to streamline the process for approving new housing developments. This would help to reduce the regulatory barriers that often slow down or prevent the construction of new housing units, particularly in high-demand areas.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to encourage the development of mixed-income housing projects, which would help to create more diverse and inclusive communities. It also seeks to promote the use of innovative construction techniques and materials to make housing more affordable and environmentally sustainable. Overall, the Housing Supply Expansion Act aims to increase the availability of affordable housing options for Americans across the country. By addressing the root causes of the housing crisis and promoting the development of new housing units, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of millions of people struggling to find affordable and stable housing.
One of the key provisions of the Housing Supply Expansion Act is the establishment of a grant program to incentivize local governments to streamline the process for approving new housing developments. This would help to reduce the regulatory barriers that often slow down or prevent the construction of new housing units, particularly in high-demand areas.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to encourage the development of mixed-income housing projects, which would help to create more diverse and inclusive communities. It also seeks to promote the use of innovative construction techniques and materials to make housing more affordable and environmentally sustainable. Overall, the Housing Supply Expansion Act aims to increase the availability of affordable housing options for Americans across the country. By addressing the root causes of the housing crisis and promoting the development of new housing units, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of millions of people struggling to find affordable and stable housing.
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Current Status of Bill S 1682
Bill S 1682 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill S 1682 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 18, 2023. Bill S 1682's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text: CR S1748-1749) as of May 18, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1682
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1682
Primary Policy Focus
Housing and Community DevelopmentPotential Impact Areas
- Advisory bodies
- Building construction
- Congressional oversight
- Department of Labor
- Executive agency funding and structure
- Housing supply and affordability
- Low- and moderate-income housing
- Public housing
- Wages and earnings
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1682
Housing Supply Expansion Act
Housing Supply Expansion Act
A bill to amend subchapter IV of chapter 31 of title 40, United States Code, regarding prevalent wage determinations in order to expand access to affordable housing, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1682
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