The Movement for Improving and Expanding Home Repair Programs Enters a New Era
“In March of 2024, Senators Fetterman (D-PA) and Lummis (R-WY) introduced the Whole-Home Repairs Act of 2024 to establish a nationwide pilot program to assist eligible homeowners and rental property owners with critical home repair needs. Building on the momentum of a statewide home repair program launched in Pennsylvania last year, this new legislation, if passed, would be an important step in addressing the problem of housing deterioration. It is also a sign of the growing movement to support low-income homeowners and potential homebuyers, especially Black and Latino households, by reducing the costs of operating and maintaining their homes while improving their physical conditions.”