411,000 people could lose housing assistance under flat funding. Emergency Housing Vouchers expire in 2026, threatening 60,000 formerly homeless households.
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Here's what to say:
- I'm calling to urge full funding for Housing Choice Voucher renewals in the FY2026 budget.
- Flat funding is a cut. The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities found 411,000 fewer people would receive housing assistance under the House bill.
- Emergency Housing Vouchers expire this year. 60,000 formerly homeless households will lose their homes without action.
- A voucher costs $12,000. A shelter bed costs up to $50,000. Please fund the program that actually works.
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Dear [Senator/Representative name],
I am writing as a constituent from [city, state] about fully fund housing choice vouchers.
Flat funding is a cut. The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities found 411,000 fewer people would receive housing assistance under the House bill.
Emergency Housing Vouchers expire this year. 60,000 formerly homeless households will lose their homes without action.
The facts support this: 411,000 People who would lose housing assistance under the House spending bill. 53% Section 8 waitlists closed to new applicants nationwide. 60,000 Households at risk when Emergency Housing Voucher funding expires in 2026.
I am asking you to take a public position on this issue and act accordingly. Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
[Your name]
[Your address]
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Key Facts to Mention
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- 411,000 People who would lose housing assistance under the House spending bill
- 53% Section 8 waitlists closed to new applicants nationwide
- 60,000 Households at risk when Emergency Housing Voucher funding expires in 2026
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Three out of four families who qualify for federal rental assistance never receive it. The Housing Choice Voucher program serves 2.3 million households, but 9.5 million families would be in line if every closed waitlist reopened. Over half of voucher waitlists are closed to new applicants. In Los Angeles, the average wait exceeds 10 years.
The House passed a spending bill that would fund vouchers at flat 2025 levels. Because voucher costs rise with rents, flat funding is a cut. The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities calculated the House bill would leave 411,000 fewer people with housing assistance. Emergency Housing Vouchers expire by December 2026, putting 60,000 formerly homeless households at risk.
Tell your members of Congress to fully fund Housing Choice Voucher renewals and convert Emergency Housing Vouchers to permanent funding. A housing voucher costs $12,000 per year. An emergency shelter bed costs $30,000 to $50,000. Congress is choosing the expensive option.
This action is part of our Housing coverage.