What does Preamble of Build Housing Affordably Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To exempt certain covered projects from the requirements of chapter 83 of title 41, United States Code, or any regulation or guidance issued for such chapter,' aims to exempt certain covered projects from requirements outlined in chapter 83 of title 41 of the United States Code, as well as related regulations and guidance. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 15, 2026.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Build Housing Affordably Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Build Housing Affordably Act.

What does BUY AMERICAN ACT STUDY AND REPORT. of Build Housing Affordably Act do?

This section requires the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to conduct a study regarding the impacts of the Build America, Buy America Act on affordable housing projects. The study will examine direct and indirect costs associated with procuring materials, compliance, delays, and incomplete projects due to the Build America, Buy America Act. The study will also analyze the waiver process, including review processes, processing times, waiver numbers, and the use of general public interest waivers. The Secretary must submit a report of the study's findings to the House and Senate committees within 90 days of completing the study.

What does REQUIREMENT TO PAUSE IMPLEMENTATION OF BUILD AMERICA, BUY of Build Housing Affordably Act do?

This section requires a pause in the implementation of Build America, Buy America Act requirements for covered projects. Covered projects are those assisted by amounts provided under a covered program. These projects will not be subject to chapter 83 of title 41, United States Code, or related regulations until 60 days after a report is delivered to specified committees. The report must be delivered to the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate.

What does TIMING FOR REVIEW OF WAIVER APPLICATIONS. of Build Housing Affordably Act do?

This section establishes a timeline for the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to review waiver applications submitted under the Build America, Buy America Act. The Secretary must render a decision on a waiver request within 90 days of receiving it. If the Secretary fails to make a decision within 90 days, the waiver is automatically granted. A waiver deemed granted under this section is final and irrevocable and cannot be further reviewed.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Build Housing Affordably Act do?

This section defines key terms used within the Act. “Covered program” is defined as encompassing a variety of housing and community development programs, including the public housing program, Section 8 rental assistance, and the HOME Investment Partnerships program. The definition of “covered program” includes programs for supportive housing, Native American housing, and assistance for rural rental housing. The Community Development Block Grant program and the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative are also included as covered programs. “Covered project” refers to projects receiving assistance under a covered program. A covered project must be subject to the Build America, Buy America Act. A covered project’s primary purpose must be the purchase, construction, rehabilitation, preservation, or improvement of residential housing.

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Build Housing Affordably Act

Last updated: 6/15/2026 · Introduced: 6/15/2026

Author: Mike Flood (R-NE)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill mandates a study by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to assess the impact of the Build America, Buy America Act on affordable housing projects, including costs, delays, and the waiver process.
It temporarily pauses the enforcement of Build America, Buy America Act requirements for eligible housing projects until 60 days after a related report is submitted to Congress.
The bill establishes a 90-day deadline for HUD to review waiver applications under the Build America, Buy America Act, with automatic approval if a decision isn't reached within that timeframe.

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