Federal loan programs expanded to finance housing near transit stops
In committeeH.R. 7062Latest action
Sponsor: Laura Friedman · Representative · CA
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Official title: Build HUBS Act
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
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HR 7062 lets developers use federal transit loans to build housing and offices within a half-mile of transit stops.
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What does this do?
HR 7062 expands two existing federal loan programs, TIFIA and RRIF, to cover housing and mixed-use projects built within a half-mile of a transit stop. Qualifying projects must help increase riders or revenue for the transit system. Projects focused on affordable or middle-income housing would receive interest rates cut in half compared to standard rates.
Who does it affect?
The bill most directly affects real estate developers, transit agencies, local governments, and private lenders working on housing or mixed-use construction near public transit. Renters and homebuyers in transit-accessible areas could also be affected if more housing is built as a result.
Why does it matter?
Allowing approved private lenders to process loans on behalf of the federal government, removing some environmental review requirements, and eliminating the investment-grade credit rating requirement in certain cases would change how projects are reviewed and who can apply. Because the bill does not override local or state zoning laws, communities retain control over what can be built in their areas.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJan 14, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Jan 15, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.