Take Action for Housing: Support S.2651 and H.R.6644

Across South Carolina, older adults and families are living in homes that need urgent repairs they cannot afford. Federal housing and home repair investments help keep people safe, independent, and connected to their communities.

Congress is considering two important bills that can strengthen these efforts. Now is the moment for supporters to speak up.

The Bills at a Glance

S.2651 – ROAD to Housing Act of 2025

The ROAD to Housing Act strengthens the nation’s housing and homelessness response system, supporting proven strategies that help people remain safely housed and stabilize vulnerable households.

Although the bill was not included in the final National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), it can still advance on its own or be incorporated into future legislative packages. Strong public support is essential to keep it moving forward.

This bill was introduced by Senator Tim Scott. While this bill already has his full support, we encourage you to contact him to thank him for his work to fund important housing programs and for keeping housing a priority.

H.R.6644 – Housing for the 21st Century Act

This bill updates and invests in federal housing programs to better reflect today’s needs, including aging housing stock, accessibility, and rising costs. This act was introduced in December 2025 and includes many of the same programs from the ROAD to Housing Act in the Senate.

No South Carolina representatives are currently signed on to the H.R.6644.

Together, these bills support housing stability and help older adults and others on fixed incomes remain safely housed.

Advocacy Matters: Take Action

Housing priorities move forward when lawmakers hear clearly from their constituents. Public support helps ensure housing, home repair, and aging-in-place investments stay on the agenda as Congress negotiates funding and policy decisions.

Your advocacy helps ensure these programs are protected and fully funded.

Contact Your South Carolina Members of Congress

If you live in Greenville, Anderson, Oconee, or Pickens Counties, your voice carries particular weight. A short phone call or email urging support for these bills can make a real difference.

U.S. Senators (Statewide)

Senator Lindsey Graham

Washington, DC Office: 202-224-5972

Senator Tim Scott

Washington, DC Office: 202-224-6121

U.S. House of Representatives

Representative William Timmons (SC-04)

Serves much of Greenville County

Washington, DC Office: 202-225-6030

Representative Sherri Briggs (SC-03)

Serves Anderson, Oconee, Pickens, and parts of Greenville County

Washington, DC Office: 202-225-5301

When contacting their offices, ask them to support:

S.2651 – the ROAD to Housing Act of 2025 (Senator Scott is the sponsor of S.2651 – Please thank him for his introduction and support of housing programs.)
H.R.6644 – the Housing for the 21st Century Act

Personal stories about housing safety, affordability, or community impact are especially powerful. We encourage you to mention your volunteerism with Rebuild Upstate.

Take Action Today

Safe housing allows older adults to remain independent, connected to their communities, and out of crisis systems. Federal investments in home repair, accessibility, and housing stability make aging in place possible while strengthening neighborhoods for everyone.

Your voice helps ensure these priorities are reflected in federal policy and funding decisions.

Quick Advocacy Script

Phone call:

“Hello, my name is ___, and I live in ___ County. I’m calling to urge Representative/Senator ___ to support S.2651, the ROAD to Housing Act of 2025, and H.R.6644, the Housing for the 21st Century Act. These bills support safe, affordable housing and critical home repair programs that keep neighbors safe. Here in South Carolina, organizations like Rebuild Upstate are ready to put these federal investments to work immediately. With years of experience, trusted partnerships, and dedicated volunteers, these nonprofits can stretch federal dollars further to improve living conditions for our neighbors and veterans alike. Stable housing helps older adults age safely in place and keeps communities strong. Thank you for your time.”

Email message:

“As a constituent, I urge you to support S.2651 and H.R.6644 and to prioritize funding for home repair and housing preservation programs that keep neighbors safe. Here in South Carolina, organizations like Rebuild Upstate are ready to put these federal investments to work immediately. With years of experience, trusted partnerships, and dedicated volunteers, these nonprofits can stretch federal dollars further to improve living conditions for our neighbors and veterans alike. Investments in safe housing allow older adults and vulnerable neighbors to remain in their homes, reduce displacement, and strengthen local communities. Please make housing a priority.”

Advocacy works when people show up consistently and speak clearly about what their communities need.

Together, we can help move these policies forward and ensure everyone has a safe place to call home.