Bill · H.R. 10688· House(119-HR-10688)
Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 10/1/2026
- Last activity
- 10/1/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
- Sponsored by
- Joe Neguse
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act of 2026 creates a new type of housing choice voucher aimed at ending homelessness for families with children. It provides competitive funding to public housing agencies to offer these incremental vouchers along with mobility-related services. Eligible families include those with young children, pregnant individuals, or those facing homelessness, instability, or dangerous living conditions. The bill requires public housing agencies to offer supportive transition services, though families are not forced to use those services to keep their vouchers. Funding is authorized for fiscal years 2027 through 2032 to support up to 50,000 vouchers each year.
Yes· 3 of 20
Is this likely to reduce homelessness?+9
The primary goal and structure of the bill are specifically aimed at ending homelessness among families with children.
Would children be better off under this?+8
The bill targets families with young children or those expecting a child, aiming to improve educational and life outcomes.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+8
The legislation directly assists low-income families who are homeless, unstably housed, or living in areas of concentrated poverty.
The opposite
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-3
The bill authorizes appropriations for new housing vouchers and mobility-related services from fiscal years 2027 through 2032.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2 adding section 8(o)(23)(C) provides housing vouchers and supportive mobility-related services to families experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, or dangerous living conditions. This helps vulnerable families secure stable and safe housing.
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Section 2 adding section 8(o)(23)(C)(i)(I) requires public housing agencies to offer services that help families move to opportunity areas with access to high-performing schools or high-quality childcare. This provision can improve life and educational outcomes for poor children.
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Section 2 adding section 8(o)(23)(C)(i)(II) explicitly states that a family cannot be forced to participate in mobility-related services as a condition of receiving their housing voucher. This protects personal choice while still making helpful resources available.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Section 2 adding section 8(o)(23)(D)(ii)(I) allows the Secretary to recapture and reallocate assistance if a public housing agency fails to obligate funds within a reasonable period. If funds are pulled back, local families waiting for assistance might experience delays or lose access to expected housing help.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+8Good For Low Income Households+8Good For Women+5Good For Young Adults+5Good For African Americans+4Good For Hispanic Americans+4Good For People With Disabilities+4Good For Students+4Good For Urban Residents+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Reduces Homelessness+9Improves Affordable Housing+8Improves Poverty Reduction+7Improves Childcare Affordability+4Improves Racial Equity+4Improves Disability Rights+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2Increases Federal Power+2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Public School Funding+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+2Reduces Government Spending-3
- 10/1/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania