Bill · H.R. 308· House(119-HR-308)
Low Income Housing for Defense Communities Act
- Introduced
- 1/9/2025
- Last activity
- 1/9/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- Sponsored by
- Blake Moore
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Low Income Housing for Defense Communities Act," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. It seeks to provide tax incentives for rental housing specifically intended for members of the Armed Forces. The legislation proposes changes to how income is calculated for the low-income housing tax credit by excluding military basic housing allowances. Additionally, it establishes a new category for buildings located near large military installations. These changes are intended to drive investment into affordable housing projects.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this make housing cost less?+5
The bill increases incentives for affordable rental housing near large military installations.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+4
The bill increases the supply and availability of low-income housing through tax credits.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+4
The bill specifically targets housing assistance for those in the military community.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Income Calculation Adjustments: Under Section 2(a), the military basic housing allowance will not be taken into account when determining income for the low-income housing tax credit and tax-exempt bonds. This could help members of the Armed Forces qualify for housing by not counting their housing allowance against their income limits.
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Increased Investment Near Military Bases: Section 2(b) treats buildings located within 15 miles of a large military installation as being in a "difficult development area." This change is designed to increase the low-income housing credit for buildings near installations with a total plant replacement value exceeding $2,833,000,000.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not list any specific provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
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 Low Income Households+4Good For Veterans+4
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Affordable Housing+5Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Small Business Taxes+3Improves Economic Growth+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+3
- 8/26/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/21/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/9/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Susie LeeDemocrat · Nevada
Marilyn StricklandDemocrat · Washington