Washington housing reform bill stalls after debate over Native homeownership program
House Bill 2527 failed after reports that 300-plus homes were not transferred to Native buyers; the sponsor plans to revive it
A Washington bill aimed at strengthening oversight of a state-managed federal housing program for Native families died in committee this legislative session, according to Underscore Native News and ICT. House Bill 2527 was introduced after reporting found that more than 300 homes eligible for transfer to Native homeowners had not been conveyed. The measure would have allowed the Washington Housing Finance Commission to penalize private developers who failed to meet tenant ownership obligations.
State Rep. Gerry Pollet, D-Seattle, said confusion about the program and misleading testimony from commission staff contributed to the bill’s failure. According to Underscore Native News and ICT, he plans to revise the legislation and reintroduce it in 2027.
- 1.Luna Reyna. Underscore Native News + ICT, .
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