Ways and Means Committee, Financial Services Committee
Introduced
In Committee
On Floor
Passed Chamber
Enacted
The "Home of Your Own Act of 2025" mandates the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a new homeownership assistance grant program. This program aims to provide financial aid to eligible first-time homebuyers, with funds distributed to states and Indian tribes . The primary goal is to make homeownership more accessible by addressing initial financial barriers for qualified individuals. Under this program, eligible persons can receive a one-time grant of $30,000 . These funds are specifically designated to cover significant costs associated with home acquisition, including down payments , closing costs , and expenses to reduce mortgage interest rates. Additionally, the grants can be used for essential pre-occupancy repairs or modifications , such as bringing a home up to inspection standards or accommodating household members with disabilities. To qualify for assistance, individuals must be self-attested first-time homebuyers whose household income does not exceed 120% of the local median income , or 150% in high cost-of-living areas. A portion of the appropriated funds, specifically 3%, is reserved for Indian tribes, with the remaining amounts equitably allocated to participating states. States are required to distribute at least 25% of their allocation through community development financial institutions . A key provision requires eligible persons to complete a financial counseling program on homeownership responsibilities before receiving assistance. Furthermore, recipients must occupy the eligible home as their primary residence for a continuous 60-month period; failure to meet this occupancy requirement may necessitate proportional repayment of the grant, though exceptions exist for hardship or sales below acquisition cost. The bill authorizes $6.7 billion annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to fund this initiative.
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Housing and Community Development
Housing and community development fundingHousing finance and home ownershipIndian social and development programsIntergovernmental relationsResidential rehabilitation and home repair
Home of Your Own Act of 2025
USA119th CongressHR-2064| House
| Updated: 3/11/2025
The "Home of Your Own Act of 2025" mandates the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a new homeownership assistance grant program. This program aims to provide financial aid to eligible first-time homebuyers, with funds distributed to states and Indian tribes . The primary goal is to make homeownership more accessible by addressing initial financial barriers for qualified individuals. Under this program, eligible persons can receive a one-time grant of $30,000 . These funds are specifically designated to cover significant costs associated with home acquisition, including down payments , closing costs , and expenses to reduce mortgage interest rates. Additionally, the grants can be used for essential pre-occupancy repairs or modifications , such as bringing a home up to inspection standards or accommodating household members with disabilities. To qualify for assistance, individuals must be self-attested first-time homebuyers whose household income does not exceed 120% of the local median income , or 150% in high cost-of-living areas. A portion of the appropriated funds, specifically 3%, is reserved for Indian tribes, with the remaining amounts equitably allocated to participating states. States are required to distribute at least 25% of their allocation through community development financial institutions . A key provision requires eligible persons to complete a financial counseling program on homeownership responsibilities before receiving assistance. Furthermore, recipients must occupy the eligible home as their primary residence for a continuous 60-month period; failure to meet this occupancy requirement may necessitate proportional repayment of the grant, though exceptions exist for hardship or sales below acquisition cost. The bill authorizes $6.7 billion annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to fund this initiative.
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Ways and Means Committee, Financial Services Committee
Housing and Community Development
Introduced
In Committee
On Floor
Passed Chamber
Enacted
Housing and community development fundingHousing finance and home ownershipIndian social and development programsIntergovernmental relationsResidential rehabilitation and home repair