HB 3804
Directs the Department of Land Conservation and Development to commission a study on policies that may contribute to disparate access to homeownership.
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Department of Land Conservation and Development to conduct a study examining policies that may contribute to unequal access to homeownership for underserved populations in Oregon. The study will analyze past and ongoing policies, consider potential special purpose credit programs, and review existing efforts to increase homeownership accessibility. The department must submit a report with findings and recommendations by December 15, 2027.
Key provisions
- Commission a study on policies contributing to disparate homeownership access.
- Partner with relevant national and state entities for the study.
- Examine past and ongoing policies that created barriers to homeownership.
- Analyze the effectiveness of facially neutral approaches.
- Consider recommendations for special purpose credit programs.
- Review existing programs promoting credit and homeownership access.
- Submit a report to the Legislative Assembly by December 15, 2027.
- The study commission must conclude by September 15, 2026.
Who is affected
- Underserved populations
- Homebuyers in Oregon
- The Department of Land Conservation and Development
- Housing committees of the Legislative Assembly
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a comprehensive study of policies impacting homeownership access.
- It encourages the exploration of special purpose credit programs as a potential solution.
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