Housing Vouchers Fairness Act

This bill would add $2 billion for rental vouchers to help people in fast-growing, high‑population areas afford housing. The money would go to local housing agencies each year to boost tenant-based vouchers. The amounts would be based on local population, how far current vouchers fall short, and past gaps caused by voucher formulas not keeping up with growth, according to the bill text.

Only housing agencies serving areas with more than 100,000 people that are among the 25 fastest‑growing areas from 2012 to 2022 could receive these added funds. The money is authorized for 2025 and can continue to be used for renewals in later years until it runs out.

Key points

• Who is affected: Renters in the 25 fastest‑growing large metro areas; local public housing agencies serving those areas.
• What changes: Extra tenant-based vouchers are added each year, targeted by need and past shortfalls.
• When: $2 billion is authorized for fiscal year 2025, with funds available for renewals in future years until expended.