What does Preamble of S 2390 do?

This bill, formally titled 'To require the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to reclassify the application of certain requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 for housing-related activities,' aims to modify the application of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for housing activities. The bill directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to reclassify certain NEPA requirements related to housing.

What does SHORT TITLE. of S 2390 do?

This Act is formally titled the "Unlocking Housing Supply Through Streamlined and Modernized Reviews Act".

What does DEFINITIONS. of S 2390 do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. An 'infill project' is defined as a project within a municipality that meets several criteria. These criteria include being adequately served by existing utilities, being located on a site of previously disturbed land not exceeding 5 acres, and repurposing vacant or underutilized land or a dilapidated structure. Infill projects must also serve a residential or commercial purpose. The term 'Secretary' is defined as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

What does NEPA STREAMLINING FOR HUD HOUSING-RELATED ACTIVITIES. of S 2390 do?

This section directs the Secretary to expand and reclassify housing-related activities under administrative regulations to streamline compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Certain housing-related activities, such as tenant-based rental assistance and supportive services, will be subject to regulations equivalent to 'exempt activities'. Other activities, including rehabilitation of 1-to-4 unit residential buildings, will be subject to specific categorical exclusions. New construction and development activities are categorized based on the number of dwelling units and site characteristics, with varying levels of NEPA review. Buyouts of properties in areas impacted by environmental threats following a Federally-declared disaster are also addressed.

What does REPORT. of S 2390 do?

This section requires the Secretary to submit an annual report to specified congressional committees. The report must cover a 5-year period beginning two years after the Act's enactment. The report's focus is on reductions in review times and administrative costs, particularly within the affordable housing sector. The report should detail findings resulting from actions outlined in the Act. The Secretary may include recommendations for future congressional action regarding revisions to categorical exclusions or exemptions under Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

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Unlocking Housing Supply Through Streamlined and Modernized Reviews Act — S. 2390

Last updated: 7/23/2025 · Introduced: 7/23/2025

Author: Mike Rounds (R-SD)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill modifies the application of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for housing activities, directing the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to streamline compliance through expanded exemptions and categorical exclusions.
The bill categorizes housing-related activities, such as new construction and rehabilitation projects, based on factors like dwelling unit count and site characteristics, to determine the level of NEPA review required.
The Secretary must submit an annual report to Congress detailing reductions in review times and administrative costs related to housing projects, and may include recommendations for future legislative action.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 4660(In Committee)Official page

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