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Congress passes major housing bill, but Trump veto threat stalls progress

Congress has passed a significant housing bill, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, designed to lower costs and increase construction by reducing regulations and streamlining environmental reviews. However, President Donald Trump has indicated he will not sign the bill until Congress passes legislation requiring proof of citizenship for all voters. This delay could further impact housing affordability, which has been exacerbated by rising prices, limited inventory, and high mortgage rates. AI

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Congress passes major housing bill, but Trump veto threat stalls progress

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Alex Veiga, The Associated Press ·

    Congress just passed the most significant housing bill in decades, so why won’t Trump sign it?

    Congress passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act 358-32 and 85-5 this week. Trump canceled the signing ceremony.