Jerry Moran (R-KS)
Streamlining Rural Housing Act of 2025
A Republican bill with 6 Democratic cosponsors · See all 10 cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
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 Streamlining Rural Housing Act of 2025 requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to create a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to improve housing project efficiency. The MOU aims to streamline environmental reviews and explore joint physical inspections. An advisory working group will be established to consult on the MOU's implementation, and a report with recommendations will be submitted to Congress.
Yes· 3 of 30
- Scored +8
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The bill focuses on streamlining housing projects, which would drastically help low-income house holds.
- Scored +7
Does this make housing cost less?
Streamlining processes should increase affordable housing options.
- Scored +6
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
The act is focused on improving rural housing.
The opposite
- Scored -1
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
Streamlining could potentially weaken environmental reviews if not implemented carefully.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Streamlined environmental reviews (Section 2(a)(1-2)): By evaluating categorical exclusions and streamlining environmental impact assessments, the bill could speed up the construction of housing projects. This could lead to more housing being available faster, which is a positive outcome for individuals and families in need of affordable housing.
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Advisory Working Group (Section 2(b)): The establishment of an advisory working group that includes various stakeholders, such as affordable housing nonprofits, state agencies, home builders, property management companies, public housing agencies, and residents, ensures diverse perspectives are considered. This could lead to more effective and responsive housing policies that better meet the needs of the people.
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Report to Congress (Section 2(c)): The requirement for HUD and USDA to submit a report to Congress with recommendations for legislative, regulatory, or administrative actions to improve housing projects could lead to positive changes. Specifically, the report's mandate to avoid actions that reduce safety, shift long-term costs onto residents, or undermine environmental standards suggests a focus on protecting the well-being of residents.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Potential for unintended consequences from streamlining: While streamlining processes like environmental reviews (Section 2(a)(1-2)) aims to improve efficiency, there's a potential risk that it could lead to overlooking important environmental or safety considerations. If not carefully implemented, this could negatively impact the health and well-being of residents in the long run.
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Uncertainty in implementation: The bill's success depends on how effectively the MOU is implemented and whether the recommendations in the report to Congress (Section 2(c)) are acted upon. If the MOU is poorly executed or the recommendations are not followed, the potential benefits for people may not be realized.
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 bill focuses on streamlining housing projects, which would drastically help low-income house holds. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The act is focused on improving rural housing. Would farmers be better off under this? — The focus on rural housing projects can specifically benefit farmers. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Streamlining housing can assist middle-aged individuals looking for housing options. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — May provide additional affordable housing options. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Streamlined housing projects can help people with disabilities find suitable housing. Would retired people be better off under this? — Streamlined housing projects can help retirees find suitable housing. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — More efficient housing projects can aid seniors seeking affordable housing. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Streamlined housing projects can help veterans find suitable housing. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Increased housing options are beneficial for young adults starting out. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing benefits all races, including African Americans. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing benefits all races, including Asian Americans. Would children be better off under this? — Improved affordable housing benefits families with children. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing benefits all races, including Hispanic Americans. Would immigrants be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing benefits immigrants. Would LGBTQ people be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing benefits the LGBTQ+ community. Would men be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing benefits men. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing benefits all races, including Native Americans. Would students be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing benefits students. Would white Americans be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing benefits all races, including White Americans. Would women be better off under this? — Increased affordable housing benefits women. Would business owners be better off under this? — Streamlined processes can make it easier for business owners to participate in housing projects.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make housing cost less? — Streamlining processes should increase affordable housing options. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Increased access to affordable housing is generally correlated with poverty reduction. Is this likely to reduce homelessness? — Increased access to affordable housing should reduce homelessness.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — Streamlining housing projects could lead to increased construction and related jobs. Is this likely to grow the economy? — More efficient housing projects can contribute to economic activity in rural areas. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — Streamlined processes can make it easier for small businesses to participate in housing projects.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The focus on rural housing projects directly contributes to rural development. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — Streamlining could potentially weaken environmental reviews if not implemented carefully.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The report to Congress mandates transparency in housing project improvements.
- 1/14/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 12/18/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/30/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/28/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/23/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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