Washington, Sept. 24 -- Congressman Mike Lawler issued the following press release:
Washington, D.C. - 9/24/26. This week Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) introduced the Home Accessibility Improvements Inclusion Act, legislation that directs the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development to update its options for universal design features and to train appraisers on how to properly value universal‑design and accessibility improvements, which can be financed through the FHA's 203(k) rehab mortgage program.
Universal design features include zero‑step entrances, wider doorways and hallways, accessible bathrooms, lever‑style handles, and walls reinforced for grab bars.
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