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Strikes the first sentence of 42 U.S.C. 11318 (section 208 of Title II, McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act) and inserts new text (first sentence replaced).
Strikes the existing section 209 (42 U.S.C. 11319) and inserts a new section 209 establishing the Commission on Racial Equity in Housing, detailing membership, appointment deadlines, duties, staff and director provisions, reporting requirements, an exemption from 5 U.S.C. 1013 termination, and an authorization of appropriations.
Creates a multi-year federal effort (FY2025–FY2034) to build and preserve affordable housing and expand homelessness prevention and response. It authorizes large, targeted funding streams for production (Housing Trust Fund, HOME, conversions), long-term rental assistance (tenant- and project-based), supportive housing for older adults and people with disabilities, emergency shelters, and training and technical assistance, and it establishes new grants for eviction legal help, safe parking, mobile crisis response, and other local pilot programs. Sets program rules, priorities, and reporting requirements; defines who counts as "at risk of homelessness," "homeless," and "justice system-involved;" and creates a Commission on Racial Equity in Housing and a GAO review of eviction data tied to COVID-19 moratoria. The bill increases federal spending and program complexity, shifts resources toward housing production and supportive services, and requires HUD and local partners to implement and report on many new programs and allocations.
“At risk of homelessness” — The term means what the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act defines in section 401 (42 U.S.C. 11360).
“Homeless” and “homeless person” — These terms have the meanings given in section 103 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302).
“Indian Tribe” and “tribally designated housing entity” — These terms have the meanings given in section 4 of the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (25 U.S.C. 4103).
“Justice system-involved” — Includes people who are or have been incarcerated or held in municipal, State, or Federal jails, prisons, juvenile facilities, or other detention facilities; those held in pre-trial or post-conviction detention; people with an arrest or conviction regardless of detention; people held in immigration detention; and, for youth, those held in the custody of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (HHS).
“Population at higher risk of homelessness” — A group defined by a common characteristic that has been shown to experience homelessness, housing instability, or cost-burden at higher rates than the general public; demonstration may use federal, State, or municipal data, peer-reviewed research, or expertise from relevant organizations.
Who is affected and how:
People experiencing or at risk of homelessness: The largest direct impact is on people without stable housing and those at heightened risk (including older adults, people with disabilities, and justice system-involved individuals). The bill increases access to rental subsidies, emergency shelter, supportive housing, legal assistance to prevent eviction, and targeted supports like safe parking and mobile crisis response.
Low- and moderate-income renters and households: Expanded tenant- and project-based rental assistance and new affordable housing production are intended to reduce housing cost burdens and increase availability of stable, affordable units.
Developers, landlords, and housing providers: New funding for conversions, the Housing Trust Fund, and HOME program expansion will create opportunities and incentives for developers to build or convert units for affordable housing; program rules and funding conditions may affect project eligibility and revenue streams.
State and local governments, public housing agencies, and nonprofits: These entities will be primary implementers and grant recipients; they will need to apply for funds, comply with reporting and allowable-use rules, scale administration, and coordinate supportive services. The Act increases responsibilities for planning, technical assistance uptake, and program management.
HUD and federal partners: HUD will see increased workload to administer new programs, monitor compliance, and produce required reports; coordination with the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness and the new Commission on Racial Equity in Housing is required.
Service systems and community providers: Funding for mobile crisis teams, supportive services, and eviction prevention expands the role of behavioral health providers, legal aid, and community organizations, increasing demand for staff and program infrastructure.
Overall effects and tradeoffs:
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Introduced April 10, 2025 by Alejandro Padilla · Last progress April 10, 2025
Housing for All Act of 2025
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Introduced in Senate