Housing
As a member of the Financial Services Committee, I will encourage responsible urban development that takes into account community displacement and emphasizes transit-oriented, accessible and inclusive development. I intend to be a champion for fair housing policies and increased federal investment in affordable housing.
The Great Recession of 2008 led to an unprecedented foreclosure crisis that was precipitated by unfair, under-regulated, and predatory mortgage lending practices. Chicago, like so many areas across the US, was devastated by the crisis. I am committed to ensuring that the policy missteps that led to the recession are never repeated again.
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WASHINGTON, DC – With the passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, which is the first package of six government funding bills, Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) has secured $12,216,031 in Community Project Funding for Illinois’ 4th District.
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) released the following statement after voting for H.R.7024, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act.
If you experienced any flooding to your property from June 29 through July 2nd, 2023, stop by this workshop to learn how to apply for FEMA flooding assistance.
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Board of Commissioners Tuesday advanced three major new housing developments on the West, North and Southwest Sides, including the first phase of the long- awaited LeClaire redevelopment effort. The other projects are Parkside Phase 5 in the former Cabrini Green area and Ogden Commons Phase A2 in the Lawndale neighborhood.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Friday, Congressmen Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) and John Rutherford (FL-05) joined U.S. Senators Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) to reintroduce the Keep Children and Families Safe from Lead Hazards Act. This legislation requires the U.S.
WASHINGTON, DC- Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04), Congresswoman Cori Bush (MO-01), and over a dozen lawmakers sent two letters to Greystar, the largest apartment management company in the country, and the Professional Background Screening Association, a trade union representing many tenant screening companies, asking for information t
WASHINGTON, DC — El Congresista Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) emitió la siguiente declaración en respuesta al discurso del Estado de la Unión del presidente Biden:
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s State of the Union Address:
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement after voting to approve the government funding package for Fiscal Year 2023.