Budd Introduces Bill to Help Expand Access to Downpayment Assistance, Increase Grant Limits to Help Build More Affordable Homes
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) introduced legislation today to expand and modernize eligibility requirements for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program. These funds currently support the construction of affordable owner-occupied homes, housing rehabilitation, and first-time homebuyer assistance. The HOME Expansion Act would help more Americans afford homeownership without increasing federal spending, allow more Americans to repair their homes after disasters, and support the construction of new affordable homes.
“For too many families, the costs of buying a home hold them back from chasing this key component of the American Dream. With a shortage of affordable homes and rising demand, first-time homeowners must scrape together substantial savings just to cover closing costs and initial expenses, while shouldering high rents. My HOME Expansion Act will help more lower-income families afford homes and increase supply by expanding eligibility to existing assistance programs, without increasing federal spending,” said Senator Budd.
Read the full bill text HERE.
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