Lawmakers Settle On A New Two-Year Budget That Focuses On Housing

Lawmakers Settle On A New Two-Year Budget That Focuses On Housing

Anxiety over the possibility of federal budget cuts was the backdrop for the budget negotiations this year.

Despite controversy and speculation about the final form, the Housing Support Act passed its final vote in the Chamber of Deputies. It has sparked considerable debate about what purpose it is actually supposed to fulfill, the opposition has long criticized it for not bringing any new apartments to the housing market, and the Pirates, who were behind the creation of the act, have criticized its "bone-out". The bill will now head to the Senate. Wh…

Democratic lawmakers reintroduce Housing for All Act

A coalition of Democratic lawmakers in the Senate and the House of Representatives are aiming to reintroduce a bill they say will help address homelessness and home prices across the country. The legislation would bolster investments in federal programs — including some that have been targeted by the Trump administration for funding reductions. The bill will be introduced by California lawmakers in both chambers. Sen. Alex Padilla will introduce…