Policy Advocacy
Many voices are stronger than one.
We mobilize our members and allies to advocate for policies that help end homelessness, create affordable rental housing, promote sustainable homeownership, and affirmatively further fair housing. We work to increase federal, state, and local investments in proven housing programs, as well as to develop new and innovative policy solutions. On our own and through coalition work, we have been able to secure a multitude of policy victories in Springfield and Washington, D.C., that benefit renters and homeowners.
Our Priorities
Housing Action Illinois works to advocate and mobilize around a broad range of issues aligned with our core mission of creating an Illinois where everyone has a good, affordable place to call home. Some of our primary issues are explored at the links below.
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Latest Policy & Organizing News
COVID-19 Emergency Housing Act Passes House & Senate, Awaits Governor’s Signature
The COVID-19 Emergency Housing Act will create protections for Illinoisans struggling to pay their rent or mortgages as a result of unprecedented economic instability caused by the pandemic. After many months of work, the bill (HB 2877) passed in the Illinois House in...
Federally Funded Emergency Rental Assistance Programs for 2021
Learn about other COVID-19 resources related to housing and homelessness » Statewide rental assistance is now available: apply by June 14 » In December 2020, lawmakers passed a federal COVID-19 relief package that includes $25 billion for the Emergency Rental...
New State Community Reinvestment Law Takes Aim at Lending Disparities
Governor Pritzker signed the Illinois Community Reinvestment Act into law, making Illinois the second state with oversight to ensure equitable investment For Immediate Release: March 23, 2021Contact: Kristin Ginger, Communications Manager, Housing Action Illinois,...