To authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to prioritize the award of certain housing grants to applicants located in, or serving, low-income communities.

# HR 7791 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 7791 would give the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) the authority to prioritize housing grants to organizations that are located in or serve low-income communities. In other words, it would allow HUD to favor grant applications from housing programs that work in economically disadvantaged areas when deciding how to distribute federal housing funds. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect housing organizations, nonprofits, and local governments that apply for HUD grants. Low-income communities and residents in those areas could benefit if this prioritization leads more housing assistance to their neighborhoods.

It could also affect HUD's grant allocation process and decision-making procedures. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was sponsored by Representative Josh Harder, a Democrat from California. No further action has been taken at this time.