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Mixed testimony as committee considers limiting stacking of state down‑payment assistance
Summary
SB 6,167 would restrict homebuyers to accepting only one state-funded down‑payment assistance loan or grant offer. Proponents said the cap prevents duplicative subsidies and misuse; housing providers and advocates warned the limit could block many buyers — especially in high‑cost markets and among historically disadvantaged groups.
Senate Bill 6,167 would bar a homebuyer from receiving multiple state-funded down payment assistance loans or grants across state programs (including those administered by the Washington Housing Finance Commission, the Community Reinvestment Account and the Covenant Homeownership Program). Staff told the committee the measure aims to ensure assistance is distributed efficiently and to maximize…
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