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On May 20, 2026, the District of Columbia government announced the approval of a new affordable housing initiative aimed at tackling the city's growing housing crisis. The initiative, known as the Affordable Housing for All Act, is set to provide a pathway to homeownership for low- and moderate-income residents in the District.Under the Affordable Housing for All Act, the District of Columbia government will allocate funding to create affordable housing units throughout the city. These units will be made available to individuals and families earning up to 80% of the area median income. The initiative also includes provisions for down payment assistance and homebuyer education programs to help residents navigate the homebuying process.In addition to creating new affordable housing units, the Affordable Housing for All Act also includes measures to preserve existing affordable housing stock in the District. The legislation includes incentives for property owners to maintain affordable rents and prevent displacement of long-term residents.Mayor Elizabeth Washington hailed the passage of the Affordable Housing for All Act as a critical step towards addressing the city's housing affordability crisis. "Every resident of the District of Columbia deserves access to safe, affordable housing," Mayor Washington said in a statement. "This initiative will help ensure that all residents, regardless of income, have a place to call home in our city."The Affordable Housing for All Act has received widespread support from community advocates and housing organizations in the District. Sheila Johnson, Executive Director of the DC Housing Coalition, praised the initiative as a positive step towards creating a more equitable housing market in the city. "Affordable housing is a fundamental human right, and the Affordable Housing for All Act is a crucial investment in the well-being of our community," Johnson said.The District of Columbia government has pledged to begin implementing the Affordable Housing for All Act immediately, with a goal of creating hundreds of new affordable housing units within the next year. The initiative is part of a broader effort by city officials to address the affordable housing crisis in the District and ensure that all residents have access to safe, stable housing.