Recent legislative actions and federal funding initiatives are addressing the national housing shortage and supporting fire safety. Congress has passed the bipartisan Fire Grants and Safety Act, which reauthorizes programs like AFG and SAFER to enhance firefighter safety, now awaiting President Biden's signature. Additionally, federal funds are being allocated across various states to improve housing affordability and public housing conditions. Notable allocations include nearly $5 million for public housing in Wake County, NC, over $17 million for the Ninth District, almost $600 million for California, nearly $50 million for the 8th District, $27 million for Rhode Island, $155 million for Massachusetts, and more than $35.6 million for West Virginia.
Everyone deserves a safe, affordable home. @LivingAccess' Gravelly Lake Commons project will address the affordable housing crunch that families & individuals are facing & provide case support as needed. Proud to bring $1 mil in funding - that's #deliveringfortheSouthSound. https://t.co/loztJqAVnK
Great to join the Pontiac Housing Commission for the 39 Ivy St Block Party! I'm going to keep fighting in Congress to make sure every family has a safe, affordable place to call home. https://t.co/tX1Sx3WOVJ
GOOD NEWS: I’m pleased @HUDgov is investing more than $35.6 MILLION to expand quality, accessible housing in West Virginia. MORE:https://t.co/3FfGr69Zqb
Amidst housing crisis, @SenGillibrand and @RepYvetteClarke have reintroduced a critical piece of legislation to invest $15 Billion annually to affordable housing. I’m proud to support the Affordable Housing and Area Median Income Fairness Act. https://t.co/aat2ua0gzU
Pleased to co-lead the Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act, a bipartisan bill by Rep. @BradSherman and @RepMonicaDLC to ensure veterans' disability payments do not disqualify them from accessing safe housing. More ⬇️ https://t.co/YaGpyT3Iwa
Affordable housing is a human right and the top issue for folks in the #MA7. The $155M in federal funding coming to MA will: —Help address our housing crisis —Support folks experiencing homelessness —Increase affordable housing inventory & —Provide resources for our homeowners
As a member of the Senate Banking & Housing committee, working on housing affordability is a top priority. Recently I met with South Dakota realtors to discuss policies addressing affordable housing and paths to homeownership for South Dakotans. https://t.co/hdbp5DIlWN
NEW: $27M in fed funds for RI will help local housing authorities address their most pressing needs. These funds will help improve public housing conditions for vulnerable RIers & boost supply and quality of affordable housing across the state. https://t.co/12WHnVqkgg
Local residents will have more access to affordable housing thanks to new federal funding. https://t.co/bKNJope3fs
Our nation is facing a housing shortage. In Montana, we're making great progress to increase the supply of affordable, attainable housing. https://t.co/EyMT9y1p8N
Proud to join my colleagues in passing out of the House, the bipartisan Special District Grant Accessibility Act, which would help ensure that special districts in CA-19 are able to receive federal investment to tackle local challenges. https://t.co/0Tymhmt0Ft
I recently toured Mahonia Crossing—a brand new housing community that will provide over 300 affordable apartments for families in south Salem. Everyone deserves an affordable place to call home, and I'll keep working to make that a reality for all Oregonians. https://t.co/eQmAcEElkU
Our current housing crisis is unsustainable—and holding too many Virginians back. I’ve been working nonstop to create more housing opportunities across our Commonwealth. This funding will go a long way toward that. https://t.co/4OfhMTsH3r
Proud to announce that @HUDgov has granted nearly $50M to nine housing authorities in the 8th District! This investment means improving public housing and safer homes for our constituents. We will always work to make housing more accessible and affordable. More 👇…
Thanks @OregonFireChief's for coming to my DC office. We talked about efforts to curb wildfires and what resources are necessary to support their work keeping our communities safe. I will continue my work in Congress to ensure firefighters have the resources they need. https://t.co/vhFeUNhL9Q
Big news today – California is set to receive almost $600 million from @HUDgov to help tackle homelessness and increase access to housing. We will need much more, but this means more access to quality, safe, and affordable housing options in towns and cities across our state.
I proudly voted in favor of granting special districts more access to federal funds. This bill would allow special districts in California, like the Vista Fire Protection District in #CA49, to apply for grants for infrastructure improvements. #SpecialDistricts
The lack of affordable housing is nothing short of a crisis. This week, I announced funding to every corner of the Commonwealth to address that. https://t.co/C10lA9KqFn
As a product of public housing, I understand the security & dignity housing provides children & families. I am proud to partner with @SenOssoff to deliver this crucial housing investment & will continue working to address the housing affordability crisis. https://t.co/VX8zC8VSbA
Last night I proudly joined an overwhelming majority of my colleagues in voting yes on the bipartisan Fire Grants and Safety Act, moving it forward so it can get to @POTUS Biden's desk. This bill reauthorizes important programs like AFG & SAFER to keep firefighters safe! 🚒📷 🇺🇸 https://t.co/cbMUacCWu2
In case you missed it, over $17+ million in federal funds is coming to the Ninth District to invest in housing, transportation, public safety, economic development, health care, and more, and will serve vulnerable and underserved communities in our region. https://t.co/ulEwrewOxf
I was proud to vote for the bipartisan Fire Grants and Safety Act yesterday so that we can continue to make good on our commitment to always support our firefighters and first responders in Delaware - like those in the Christiana Fire Company! (1/2) https://t.co/5ToOAgjuGd
Great meeting with constituents about my work to expand housing options through my More Homes on the Market Act and our work together to lower the cost of housing in California’s 19th Congressional District. https://t.co/cF4psv8klH
I’ve heard from fire departments across New Jersey about the need for federal funding to help upgrade equipment and technology that keep our communities safe and protect first responders. Yesterday, I was proud to vote for additional federal support for our fire departments. https://t.co/eLyP7yOdNW
Last night, I proudly joined an overwhelming majority of my colleagues in voting yes on the bipartisan Fire Grants and Safety Act. It now goes to President Biden's desk. This bill reauthorizes important programs like AFG & SAFER to keep our firefighters safe! 🚒🧑🚒🇺🇸 https://t.co/X7hRWDYNK5
When others run away, our firefighters run in. They keep our communities safe and should have our full federal support in that mission. Yesterday, I proudly helped secure additional funding to support local fire departments across Arizona.
Before the House passed my Fire Grants & Safety Act, I rallied support for this legislation that will make sure first responders across the country have every dollar they need from their federal government 🚒 https://t.co/IgJm6lS7i5
Exciting news! 🎉@HUDgov announced nearly $5 million in funding for public housing improvements in Wake County. From replacing aging roofs to making energy-efficient upgrades to heating systems, this critical funding will help improve public housing facilities in #NC02. https://t.co/GXw0Hd9Ui1
It's no secret that NH is experiencing a housing shortage. These resources heading to our state will help expand our affordable housing stock, ensure more Granite Staters have a safe place to call home, & support our communities & economy. Read more ➡️: https://t.co/hC0f2geuDH https://t.co/63Fs3a8JJ8