a) Housing Act of 1949

The Housing Act of 1949 was a key piece of legislation that catalyzed the 1950s housing boom and suburban expansion in the U.S. Part of President Harry S. Truman’s “Fair Deal” domestic program, the act aimed to improve housing conditions and make homeownership more attainable for American families. It provided federal funding for urban renewal projects and facilitated the construction of millions of new homes, many in suburban areas. The Housing Act of 1949 contributed to the reshaping of the American landscape and the growth of suburbia as a defining feature of mid-20th century American life.