Review of Minority Homeownership Barriers
January 1, 2020
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The Frame
The serves as a formal record of expert testimony and data regarding housing policy, which informs future legislative efforts to address disparities in homeownership rates among minority populations.
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Minority homebuyers
The subject matter of the hearing directly concerns the policies and economic conditions that impact their ability to purchase homes.
Housing policy organizations
These groups provide data and testimony that influence the legislative agenda regarding housing finance and regulation.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on May 8, 2019, before the Subcommittee on Housing, Community Development, and Insurance.
- The session focused on identifying barriers to minority homeownership.
- Seven expert witnesses provided testimony, including representatives from the Center for Responsible Lending, The Urban Institute, and the National Association of REALTORS.
- The record includes supplemental reports, such as the UnidosUS report on Latino homeownership and studies on the cost of housing regulations.
- Written statements were submitted for the record by various advocacy groups, including the National Community Reinvestment Coalition and the National Consumer Law Center.
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Why It Matters
The serves as a formal record of expert testimony and data regarding housing policy, which informs future legislative efforts to address disparities in homeownership rates among minority populations.
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Extensive Supplemental Record
The hearing record includes a significant amount of supplemental material, including reports from UnidosUS and the National Association of Home Builders, indicating a broad scope of research submitted to the committee.
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