A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — 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.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The FAST Housing Act directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to create a demonstration program that awards up to 15 competitive grants to local governments or public housing agencies. These grants are for developing workforce and affordable housing in areas where the workforce has grown significantly due to Federal investments. Eligible entities must provide plans for zoning reforms to facilitate housing development. Grant funds can be used for things like converting commercial spaces, rehabilitating housing through public-private partnerships, and acquiring properties. At least 30 percent of the units created must be designated as affordable housing.
Yes· 3 of 33
- Scored +8
Does this make housing cost less?
Directly funds the creation and rehabilitation of affordable and workforce housing.
- Scored +7
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Directly mandates a 30% allocation of units for affordable housing.
- Scored +6
Would middle-income households be better off under this?
Specifically targets 'workforce housing' for those earning above low-income thresholds.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Housing Supply: The program provides funding to develop, rehabilitate, and physically improve workforce and affordable housing, as well as convert commercial spaces into housing (Section 2(e)).
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Targeted Affordability: The bill ensures that at least 30 percent of the units created or improved are affordable housing units (Section 2(e)(2)).
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Reduced Regulatory Barriers: The bill encourages local governments to adopt reforms such as removing parking minimums, reducing minimum lot sizes, and allowing for higher density or accessory dwelling units (Section 2(b)(2)(B)).
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Improved Access to Transit: The bill promotes by-right zoning for multifamily residential development near public transit (Section 2(b)(2)(B)(iii)).
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Easier Modular Housing: The program supports activities that lower barriers to using manufactured and modular housing (Section 2(b)(2)(B)(iv)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Limited Availability: The program is limited to awarding not more than 15 grants, which means most areas with housing shortages will not receive this funding (Section 2(a)).
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Short-Term Guarantee: The requirement for units to remain workforce or affordable housing is for a period of not less than 5 years, which may not provide long-term housing stability for residents (Section 2(f)).
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Strict Eligibility: Only entities that can prove their workforce expanded specifically due to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act or the CHIPS and Science Act are eligible (Section 2(j)(3)(A)).
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? — Directly mandates a 30% allocation of units for affordable housing. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Specifically targets 'workforce housing' for those earning above low-income thresholds. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Targets urban areas for zoning reform and multifamily development near transit. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Workforce housing focuses on individuals often in the early stages of their careers. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Provides more housing options for working-age adults. Would business owners be better off under this? — Public-private partnerships for housing development offer opportunities for developers. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Includes rural areas in the geographic variety of grant awards. Would students be better off under this? — Increases affordable options in growing urban/economic hubs. Would union members be better off under this? — Focuses on workforce housing in areas where federal investments (like infrastructure) create union jobs. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Affordable housing initiatives often benefit marginalized communities disproportionately affected by housing shortages. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Affordable housing initiatives often benefit marginalized communities disproportionately affected by housing shortages. Would children be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing supply benefits families with children. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Affordable housing initiatives often benefit marginalized communities disproportionately affected by housing shortages. Would immigrants be better off under this? — Increases general availability of housing in expanding economic areas. Would LGBTQ people be better off under this? — Affordable housing benefits are distributed across diverse communities. Would men be better off under this? — Affordable housing benefits are distributed across genders. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Affordable housing initiatives often benefit marginalized communities disproportionately affected by housing shortages. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing supply can include accessible options. Would retired people be better off under this? — Increased supply of affordable units can benefit those on retirement incomes. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Affordable housing initiatives can benefit seniors on fixed incomes. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Increased affordable housing can support veteran populations. Would white Americans be better off under this? — General increase in affordable housing options benefits various demographic groups. Would women be better off under this? — Affordable housing benefits are distributed across genders. Would farmers be better off under this? — Provides some support for rural development.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make housing cost less? — Directly funds the creation and rehabilitation of affordable and workforce housing. Is this likely to reduce homelessness? — Increases the supply of affordable units, which can mitigate homelessness. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Increasing affordable housing availability helps reduce the burden of housing costs for low-income individuals.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — Facilitates workforce housing in areas of significant economic expansion. Is this likely to create jobs? — Supports housing for expanding workforces resulting from federal investments. Is this likely to slow the rise in prices? — Increasing housing supply can help mitigate price increases in the housing market.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport? — Promotes by-right zoning for multifamily development near public transit. Does this invest in rural communities? — Strives to provide grants to rural areas to evaluate the program's impact.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — Expands HUD's role in incentivizing local zoning reforms through grants.
- 4/2/2026
- 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.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Mike QuigleyDemocrat · Illinois