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DemocratBill · H.R. 9032· House(119-HR-9032)

RESTORE Third Spaces Act of 2026

Rep. McIver
Age: 40 years
New Jersey
Introduced
5/26/2026
Last activity
5/26/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsored by
LaMonica McIver
Cosponsors
Democrat - 14Republican - 0
Government Operations and Politics
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to create a pilot program that awards grants to renovate and develop third spaces, which are public social environments distinct from home and work. Eligible entities for these grants include local governments, nonprofit corporations, Indian tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, public libraries, community colleges, and specific partnerships. The program prioritizes entities seeking to strengthen local economies and mitigate social isolation. At least 60 percent of the awarded grant amounts for any fiscal year must go to eligible entities serving low-income and underserved communities. The pilot program expires three years after enactment, though the Secretary may extend it for an additional two years.

Yes· 3 of 24

  • Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+5

    At least 60 percent of grant funds are specifically directed to low-income and underserved communities.

  • Does this make it easier to run a small business?+4

    The bill provides low-barrier environments, shared-use infrastructure, and incubator spaces that support small businesses and local entrepreneurship.

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+4

    The bill directs at least 60 percent of grant funds to low-income and underserved communities that have faced historical inequities and segregation.

The opposite

  • Does this reduce what the federal government owes?-1

    The bill authorizes $200,000,000 in appropriations, increasing government spending.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1

    The bill authorizes $200,000,000 in federal appropriations for grants.