What does Preamble of Housing for America’s Middle Class Act of 2026 do?

This bill directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to study and recommend a definition for workforce housing.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Housing for America’s Middle Class Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Housing for America's Middle Class Act of 2026.

What does GAO STUDY ON WORKFORCE HOUSING. of Housing for America’s Middle Class Act of 2026 do?

This section directs the Comptroller General to conduct a study and submit a report to Congress regarding workforce housing. The study must identify obstacles middle-income households face when seeking affordable housing. The report should identify geographic areas with the most unaffordable and unavailable housing for middle-income households. It requires a listing of Federal housing programs not accessible to middle-income households due to income status. The study must recommend parameters for a consistent Federal definition of 'workforce housing'. The report should analyze modifications or new developments to Federal housing programs to include workforce housing.

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Housing for America’s Middle Class Act of 2026

Last updated: 3/3/2026 · Introduced: 3/3/2026

Author: Pete Ricketts (R-NE)

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This bill directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to study workforce housing and recommend a consistent federal definition.
The GAO study will identify obstacles faced by middle-income households in accessing affordable housing and areas with the most severe housing unaffordability.
The report will also analyze federal housing programs and suggest modifications to better include workforce housing.

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