Alma Adams (D-NC)
Faith-Based Affordable Housing Predevelopment Fund Act
A Democratic bill with 2 Democratic cosponsors · See all 2 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is called the Faith-Based Affordable Housing Predevelopment Fund Act. It requires the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to set up a five-year pilot grant program. The grants will be given competitively to eligible entities to fund pre-development activities for new or rehabilitated affordable housing on land owned by faith-based organizations. Eligible entities include States, local governments, nonprofit organizations, and community development financial institutions. The bill authorizes $100,000,000 to be appropriated in fiscal year 2027 to carry out this section through the end of fiscal year 2031. Finally, the Secretary must submit a report to Congress on the impact of the grant program after it terminates.
Yes· 3 of 16
- Scored +6
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The pilot program specifically targets the creation and rehabilitation of housing that qualifies as affordable housing for lower-income individuals.
- Scored +6
Does this make housing cost less?
The bill establishes a pilot grant program to fund pre-development activities for new construction or rehabilitation of affordable housing on land owned by faith-based organizations.
- Scored +4
Is this likely to lift people out of poverty?
Increasing the supply of affordable housing helps low-income individuals and families by reducing housing cost burdens.
The opposite
- Scored -2
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill authorizes $100,000,000 to be appropriated for a new grant program.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2(a) and Section 2(d): Provides grants to fund pre-development activities like architectural designs, environmental reviews, feasibility studies, and legal work for new construction or rehabilitation of affordable housing on land owned by faith-based organizations, which could help create more affordable housing options for the public.
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Section 2(e): Requires grant recipients to provide training and technical assistance to faith-based organizations associated with the pre-development expenses, which could help these organizations successfully navigate the housing development process.
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Section 2(c): Gives priority to eligible entities that have a demonstrated track record of working with faith-based organizations or developing housing, ensuring that experienced groups are handling the funds for the people.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not explicitly identify any potential negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The pilot program specifically targets the creation and rehabilitation of housing that qualifies as affordable housing for lower-income individuals. Would children be better off under this? — Access to stable, affordable housing benefits children and families in low-income households. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Seniors on fixed incomes can benefit from expanded affordable housing development and rehabilitation. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Urban communities with faith-based organizations owning land can utilize these grants to address local housing shortages. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Young adults often face housing affordability challenges and can benefit from increased affordable housing stock. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Increased overall housing supply can help moderate housing cost pressures for middle-income households. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Rural areas containing eligible entities and faith-based organizations can participate in the grant program to develop affordable housing.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make housing cost less? — The bill establishes a pilot grant program to fund pre-development activities for new construction or rehabilitation of affordable housing on land owned by faith-based organizations. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Increasing the supply of affordable housing helps low-income individuals and families by reducing housing cost burdens. Is this likely to reduce homelessness? — Expanding affordable housing options assists in addressing housing instability and homelessness.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development is required to conduct a study and submit a detailed report to Congress on the impact of the grant program. Does this leave more decisions to the states? — States are included as eligible entities that can apply for and receive grants to support affordable housing development. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill authorizes a new federal grant program administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this make it easier to run a small business? — Eligible entities include nonprofit organizations and community development financial institutions that may benefit from grant funding and project opportunities. Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill provides funding for pre-development activities associated with affordable housing construction and rehabilitation, which can support jobs in architecture, engineering, and consulting. Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill authorizes $100,000,000 to be appropriated for a new grant program.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — States and local governments eligible for grants can include rural areas seeking to develop affordable housing on faith-based organization lands.
- 10/1/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/21/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Yvette ClarkeDemocrat · New York
Adriano EspaillatDemocrat · New York