Bill · H.R. 8092· House(119-HR-8092)

Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Modernization Act of 2026

Age: 59 years

Montana

Introduced: 3/26/2026
Last activity: 4/23/2026 — Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3080)
Sponsored by: Troy Downing
Cosponsors: - 28 - 22

Native Americans

Introduced

What this bill would do

The Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Modernization Act of 2026 aims to reauthorize the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996. It includes various provisions to modernize housing assistance for Indian Tribes, tribally designated housing entities, and Native Hawaiians. The bill introduces environmental review consolidations and streamlining to expedite housing projects. It also expands assistance to include student housing and rental assistance for Indian veterans. Additionally, the legislation modifies loan guarantee programs and housing counseling requirements.

Yes· 3 of 15

Would Native Americans be better off under this?+8
The bill significantly expands housing assistance, loan guarantees, and self-determination for Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiians.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+8
The bill creates a specific rental assistance and supported housing program for homeless or at-sks Indian veterans.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+7
The bill increases rental assistance and homeownership opportunities for low-income families.

The opposite

Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?-3
The bill allows for exemptions from certain environmental review requirements and separation distance requirements for residential tanks.
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?-1
The bill's benefits are specific to Native American and Native Hawaiian populations.