There are only a few weeks left in the legislative session and time is of the essence! We have a tremendous opportunity to make a REAL IMPACT on affordable housing in Iowa this year. To make that happen, legislators need to hear from housing advocates like yourself! Please contact your legislator & urge their strong support of the Governor’s Omnibus Housing Bill!
A couple of talking points:
Iowa’s business leaders and economic development officials across the state identify Iowa’s lack of affordable housing as a barrier to economic success.
Economic forecasts show that Iowa needs 47,000 housing units by 2030.
Affordable housing is key to expanding economic growth for Iowa.
Governor Reynolds’Omnibus Housing bill (SF 295/HF582)expands on proven, highly successful affordable housing programs in Iowa, such as the Workforce Housing Tax Credit, the Revitalization Tax Credit, and the State Housing Trust Fund.
The Iowa Housing Credit will help Iowa leverage nearly $23 million in currently unused federal dollars and will boost affordable housing options in the state.