H.R.6962

Families First Housing Act of 2026

Introduced·1/7/26

The Families First Housing Act of 2026 aims to prioritize families and communities in purchasing foreclosed homes.

The Families First Housing Act of 2026 mandates that eligible properties, defined as single-family residential properties owned or foreclosed upon by covered entities, be available for purchase only by qualified first look buyers for 180 days. These buyers include individuals intending to occupy the property as their primary residence, nonprofit housing organizations, units of local government, and community land trusts. During this period, properties must be listed on a public website and offered at fair market value.

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History

Jan 7

House

Introduced in House

Jan 7

House

Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.