Restoring the American Dream: Housing and Opportunity for Every Family

For too many families in California’s 4th District and across the country, the dream of owning a home is slipping further out of reach. Rising housing costs, high rents, and barriers to homeownership are making it harder for working families to build stability and secure a future. Eric believes that every family deserves a place to call home, and that access to housing is central to restoring the American Dream.

This is about more than just bricks and mortar — it’s about building strong communities, supporting families, and creating opportunity for the next generation.

Eric’s Plan for Housing and Opportunity

Build 2 Million Homes a Year

The housing shortage is driving up costs for families across our district. Eric supports a bold federal commitment to construct 2 million new homes annually, prioritizing affordability, sustainable design, and equitable access. This effort will ease rents, provide more ownership opportunities, and stimulate local economies from Napa to Yuba, Sutter, Colusa, and Placer Counties.

First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit

Renters shouldn’t be locked out of the housing market. Eric proposes a first-time homebuyer tax credit to help working families take the leap into homeownership. This initiative turns years of renting into an investment in their future, giving families the chance to build wealth and security.

National Housing Bank: Turn Rent into Down Payments

Too many families struggle to save for a down payment while paying rent. Eric supports creating a National Housing Bank that allows renters to convert a portion of their rent into down payment savings, making homeownership more achievable for middle-class families.

Affordable In-Home Child and Senior Care

Homeownership is more than a roof over your head — it’s about having the support to stay in your home and care for your loved ones. Eric will expand access to affordable in-home child and senior care, helping families remain together while reducing reliance on long-term care facilities.

Invest in the Jobs & Industries of the Future

A home is only secure if families have stable, well-paying jobs. Eric’s plan invests in the industries shaping the 21st century — clean energy, technology, advanced manufacturing, and healthcare — creating the pathways for families to thrive alongside economic growth.

Expand Affordable Access to Mental Health Care

Housing stability and mental health are deeply connected. Eric supports expanding affordable, accessible mental health services to ensure that families can maintain their wellbeing while building their futures.