The Rapid Re-Housing Reform Amendment Act of 2025 aims to amend the Homeless Services Reform Act of 2005 by implementing several key reforms to the Rapid Re-Housing Program. The bill stipulates that individuals and families participating in the program will pay no more than 30% of their income toward rent. Additionally, it mandates that the Mayor assess participants for eligibility for permanent housing vouchers within six months of their entry into the program. The bill also makes case management services optional for participants and establishes specific eligibility and prioritization criteria for Targeted Affordable Housing vouchers.
Key changes include the redefinition of terms related to housing assistance, such as replacing "Rapid Re-Housing and permanent supportive housing" with "permanent supportive housing and targeted affordable housing." The bill introduces a new section that outlines the eligibility criteria for Targeted Affordable Housing, prioritizing individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, particularly those exiting the Rapid Re-Housing program without sufficient income for market-rate rentals. Overall, these amendments are designed to enhance support for vulnerable populations and ensure more sustainable housing solutions.