Bass and Kamlager-Dove Secure $3M in Federal Grants for L.A. Housing and Transit

Funds to boost affordable housing, homelessness programs, and transit infrastructure across the city

Apr. 4, 2026 at 7:08am

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A serene, cinematic painting depicting a vacant lot in Los Angeles, with the silhouettes of nearby apartment buildings in the background. The lot is bathed in warm, diagonal sunlight and deep shadows, creating a nostalgic, contemplative mood.Federal grants will help transform vacant lots into vibrant, mixed-use hubs that integrate affordable housing, transit access, and community resources.Los Angeles Today

Federal authorities have allocated nearly $3 million to bolster affordable housing and transit infrastructure across Los Angeles, following a joint funding push by Mayor Karen Bass and U.S. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove. The package distributes funds across several high-priority urban development sectors, including pedestrian and cyclist safety improvements, the Mayor's homeless housing program, and public housing upgrades.

Why it matters

This federal investment aims to address some of Los Angeles' most pressing challenges, from the affordable housing crisis to homelessness and transit inequities. By integrating residential stability with specialized transit access, the funding supports a holistic approach to urban development that could serve as a model for other cities.

The details

The $3 million package includes $2.5 million for expanding affordable housing, $850,000 for the Mayor's 'Inside Safe' homeless housing program, $850,000 for environmental cleanup to prepare a property for future residential construction, and $250,000 for heat relief upgrades at the Pueblo Del Rio public housing site. Additional funds will go towards pedestrian and cyclist safety improvements, including the Vermont Manchester Transit Project and Broadway Sur Safety Improvements.

  • The announcement was made on Thursday, April 4, 2026.
  • The federal funding package was signed into law in early February 2026.

The players

Karen Bass

The Mayor of Los Angeles who helped secure the federal funding.

Sydney Kamlager-Dove

The U.S. Representative for California's 37th Congressional District, who also played a key role in obtaining the grants.

Holly Mitchell

The L.A. County Supervisor who secured an additional $250,000 for the South LA Community Food Hall project.

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What they’re saying

“We're in an affordability crisis, and far too many Angelenos are at risk of being priced out of the city they're proud to call home. That's why I'm proud to deliver $3 million to the City of Los Angeles, including $2.5 million to expand and strengthen our affordable housing supply. I remain committed to working hand in hand with local leaders to lower costs and ensure every Angeleno has a safe, stable place to call home.”

— Sydney Kamlager-Dove, U.S. Representative

What’s next

The funding will be distributed across various city agencies and programs in the coming months, with specific timelines for project implementation and completion.

The takeaway

This federal investment in Los Angeles' housing, homelessness, and transit infrastructure represents a significant step towards addressing the city's most pressing urban challenges. By integrating affordable housing, specialized transit access, and public space improvements, the funding aims to create more equitable and livable communities for all Angelenos.