House Lawmakers Get White House Backing on Updated Housing Bill

May 19, 2026, 9:52 PM UTC

The House released another new updated version of affordable housing legislation Tuesday and earned support from the White House after altering several portions of the bill, a significant step as lawmakers seek agreement on a product that can clear both chambers and get to President Donald Trump’s desk.

The update is the latest step in larger cross-chamber negotiations that have spanned months as lawmakers spar over the best version of a housing package. Senators have expressed frustration at the House choosing to amend the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, particularly the decision to pare back its language banning large ...

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