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 not pay more than 30% of their income toward rent. It also mandates that the Mayor assess participants for eligibility for permanent housing vouchers within six months of their eligibility determination. Additionally, case management services for participants will be made optional, and new eligibility and prioritization criteria for Targeted Affordable Housing vouchers will be established.

The bill introduces new sections to the existing law, including definitions for "targeted affordable housing" and specific eligibility criteria for individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. It prioritizes those exiting the Rapid Re-Housing program without sufficient income to afford market-rate rentals, as well as those in Rapid Re-Housing who do not qualify for permanent supportive housing. The Department will be required to document requests for targeted affordable housing and provide timely notifications of eligibility, ensuring that individuals and families have the opportunity to appeal adverse decisions.