Overview

• Vice President Harris announced the first round of PRO Housing grants, totaling $85 million.
• The initiative targets local barriers such as high land costs, outdated permitting, and inadequate infrastructure.
• More than 175 communities applied for the funding, reflecting high demand for affordable housing solutions.
• Additional $100 million in PRO Housing funding will be released later this summer.
• The administration's broader housing plan seeks to build 2 million affordable housing units and support first-time homebuyers.