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HOUSES Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:09 PM
Summary of Bill S 3117
The HOUSES Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 3117, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of affordable housing in the United States by providing funding and resources to increase the availability of affordable housing options for low and middle-income individuals and families.
The HOUSES Act of 2023 proposes several key provisions to achieve this goal. Firstly, the bill allocates funding to support the construction and renovation of affordable housing units across the country. This funding would be distributed to state and local governments, as well as non-profit organizations, to help them develop affordable housing projects in their communities.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to incentivize the development of affordable housing, such as tax credits and grants for developers who commit to building affordable units. The bill also aims to streamline the approval process for affordable housing projects, making it easier for developers to navigate the regulatory hurdles that often delay or prevent the construction of affordable housing. Furthermore, the HOUSES Act of 2023 includes provisions to protect tenants in affordable housing units, such as rent control measures and protections against eviction. The bill also includes funding for supportive services, such as counseling and job training, to help residents of affordable housing succeed and thrive in their communities. Overall, the HOUSES Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the pressing issue of affordable housing in the United States. By providing funding, incentives, and protections for affordable housing projects, this bill aims to increase the availability of affordable housing options for low and middle-income individuals and families, ultimately improving the quality of life for millions of Americans.
The HOUSES Act of 2023 proposes several key provisions to achieve this goal. Firstly, the bill allocates funding to support the construction and renovation of affordable housing units across the country. This funding would be distributed to state and local governments, as well as non-profit organizations, to help them develop affordable housing projects in their communities.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to incentivize the development of affordable housing, such as tax credits and grants for developers who commit to building affordable units. The bill also aims to streamline the approval process for affordable housing projects, making it easier for developers to navigate the regulatory hurdles that often delay or prevent the construction of affordable housing. Furthermore, the HOUSES Act of 2023 includes provisions to protect tenants in affordable housing units, such as rent control measures and protections against eviction. The bill also includes funding for supportive services, such as counseling and job training, to help residents of affordable housing succeed and thrive in their communities. Overall, the HOUSES Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the pressing issue of affordable housing in the United States. By providing funding, incentives, and protections for affordable housing projects, this bill aims to increase the availability of affordable housing options for low and middle-income individuals and families, ultimately improving the quality of life for millions of Americans.
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Current Status of Bill S 3117
Bill S 3117 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 24, 2023. Bill S 3117 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 24, 2023. Bill S 3117's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of October 24, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3117
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3117
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3117
HOUSES Act of 2023
HOUSES Act of 2023
Helping Open Underutilized Space to Ensure Shelter Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 to authorize the sale of certain Federal land to States and units of local government to address housing shortages, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3117
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