HUD Secretary Scott Turner and Department of Interior (DOI) Secretary Doug Burgum announced a Joint Task Force on Federal Land for Housing.
Why it matters: This initiative aims to address America’s housing crisis by repurposing federal land for residential development.
- The task force focuses on partnering with state and local leaders, especially in underserved communities.
The big picture: The Interior Department, managing over 500 million acres, will identify land fit for housing while adhering to environmental and land-use regulations.
What’s next: The task force will work to streamline land transfers and explore further opportunities to responsibly utilize federal resources for housing solutions.
