The purpose of this legislation, known as the Eleanor Smith Inclusive Home Design Act of 2026, is to ensure that all newly built single-family houses and townhouses that receive federal assistance are designed to be accessible for people with disabilities. The goal is to create homes that are easier for individuals with mobility challenges to visit and navigate. Key provisions of the Act require that any new single-family homes or townhouses built with federal funding must include at least one level that meets specific accessibility standards.