ACTION ALERT: Tell Congress to pass the Build More Housing Near Transit Act
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The United States is in the middle of a housing affordability crisis, driven by a severe underproduction of housing. The housing shortage is particularly acute in walkable, transit-served locations. While demand for walkable, transit-oriented housing has increased, housing production has not followed.
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) currently provides funding for transit projects, but there is no requirement for nearby housing developments to be feasible. The Build More Housing Near Transit Act will provide incentives for affordable housing to be built along future transit corridors. This will maximize federal investment in transit near affordable housing, ensuring federal dollars are effectively leveraged to address the housing crisis.
Increased access to transit is critical for connecting people to economic opportunities. Transit also has a positive environmental impact by reducing the number of cars on the road, ultimately reducing greenhouse gas emissions. If passed, the Build More Housing Near Transit Act will spur the creation of more walkable, liveable, and equitable communities. Tell Congress that housing in areas of opportunity can’t wait. Urge them to pass the Build More Housing Near Transit Act!Sponsored by
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We are writing to strongly urge you to prioritize the immediate passage of the Build More Housing Near Transit Act. This bill will maximize federal investment in affordable housing near transit, ensuring federal dollars are effectively leveraged to address the affordable housing crisis.
Nearly 50% of renter households are cost-burdened, meaning they use more than 30% of their income to pay for rent. Many are forced to move far away from where they work, leading to heightened reliance on cars and increased transportation costs.
The Build More Housing Near Transit Act would provide incentives for transit developers to build affordable housing near future transit corridors. This covers projects funded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), including projects such as commuter rails, light rails and bus rapid transit. Building affordable homes near transit will connect more people to economic opportunities. Additionally, access to transit will reduce the number of cars on the road, boosting efforts to protect the environment and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
As housing advocates, we firmly believe that every individual, regardless of income, deserves the fundamental right to walkable, liveable and equitable communities. As your constituents, we urge you to support policies that will reduce the cost of housing by increasing the number of affordable homes available for all Americans. Pass the Build More Housing Near Transit Act!