FAST Housing Act

Hozzl · 2026-04-14T13:44:58Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8171 FAST Housing Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Housing and Community Development. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/14/2026, 1:44 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8171

The bill HR 8171 of the 119th Congress, introduced on April 2, 2026, aims to direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to create a demonstration program focused on building workforce housing and affordable housing in regions experiencing substantial workforce growth.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8171

Bill HR 8171 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 2, 2026. Bill HR 8171 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 2, 2026. Bill HR 8171's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Appropriations, 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. as of April 2, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8171

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Housing and Community Development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8171

To direct the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a demonstration program to develop workforce housing and affordable housing in areas where the workforce is expanding significantly, and for other purposes.