Bilirakis to Host Affordable Housing Fair in Pasco County

August 14, 2026 Press Release -Event will connect residents with resources and information to help make housing more affordable- PASCO COUNTY, FL – Congressman Gus Bilirakis will host an Affordable Housing Fair on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. to connect Pasco County residents with resources, programs, and information aimed at helping families navigate the rising cost of housing and homeownership. “ Whether you are looking to purchase your first home, struggling with rising housing, electric or insurance costs, or simply trying to find an affordable place to live, I want to make sure you know about the resources that may be available to help ,” said Congressman Bilirakis. “ Housing affordability continues to be one of the most significant challenges facing families in our community. I am committed to pursuing solutions at the federal level while also bringing resources directly to the people I represent.” Bilirakis has worked alongside local leaders to secure federal investments that expand affordable housing opportunities and support some of the community’s most vulnerable residents. These investments include: $7.2 million for affordable senior housing in West Pasco , helping expand housing options for seniors, many of whom are living on fixed incomes. $4 million for Magnolia Oaks , a new affordable housing community designed to serve at-risk Veterans. $4 million for Vincent House’s innovative housing initiatives , which support adults living with serious mental illness and help provide greater stability and independence. Beyond these local investments, Bilirakis has championed bipartisan legislation to address the housing affordability crisis on a national level. He has supported measures including the Saving the American Dream Act , the More Homes on the Market Act , and, most recently, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act , which has become law.  Together, these commonsense reforms seek to address some of the underlying factors driving housing costs by increasing the supply of affordable housing, reducing unnecessary regulatory barriers that make construction more expensive, lowering barriers to renting and purchasing a home, and expanding opportunities for homeownership. “ Housing affordability affects every generation ,” Bilirakis said. “ Whether you are a senior on a fixed income, a Veteran returning home, a first-time homebuyer, or a family struggling with rising insurance costs, we have to pursue practical solutions that address both the immediate pressures families are facing and the long-term factors driving housing costs higher.” Recognizing that Florida’s property insurance crisis is placing additional pressure on homeowners, Bilirakis has also introduced legislation that would provide a $10,000 federal tax credit for Florida homeowners to help offset the skyrocketing cost of property insurance. Additionally, Bilirakis supported $585 million in federal disaster assistance for Pasco County to help families and communities recover from recent devastating hurricanes. These resources are helping homeowners rebuild, repair damaged properties, and strengthen homes and communities against future disasters.   Bilirakis is also a proud co-sponsor of the HELPER Act , legislation designed to help teachers, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other critical community workers overcome one of the biggest barriers to homeownership: the cost of a down payment. The measure would help these essential workers afford to live in the communities they serve. “ Families should not have to choose between paying their insurance premium, putting food on the table, or keeping a roof over their heads,” Bilirakis continued. “ There is no single solution to the housing affordability crisis, which is why we need to attack the problem from every angle. We need to build more housing, remove unnecessary barriers that increase costs, help more existing homes come onto the market, address Florida’s property insurance crisis, and make it easier for hardworking families and essential workers to achieve the American Dream of homeownership.  This Affordable Housing Fair is another important part of that effort. It is about making sure our neighbors have access to practical information and resources that can help them right now, while I continue fighting for long-term solutions in Congress.” Residents interested in learning more about affordable housing initiatives and programs that may be available to assist them are encouraged to attend. WHAT: Congressman Gus Bilirakis’ Affordable Housing Fair WHEN: Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. WHERE: Pasco County – RSVP for location Issues : Environment, Energy Production, and Infrastructure Veterans Seniors Economic Policy