Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968

The Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 aimed to improve housing and urban development in the United States. It established programs to provide affordable housing, combat racial discrimination in housing, and support urban renewal projects. It created the Section 8 rental assistance program, which helps low-income families afford housing. The act also emphasized the importance of community development and infrastructure improvements. Overall, it was a significant step toward making housing more accessible and addressing inequalities in urban areas during a time of social change and civil rights movements.