In rare bipartisan burst, Congress close to historic housing law

In rare bipartisan burst, Congress close to historic housing law

WASHINGTON — Congress is on the cusp of writing the most transformative housing law in a generation, after the Senate advanced bipartisan legislation to expand the nation’s residential stock, ease regulations and lower costs.

In Rare Bipartisan Burst, Congress Close To Historic Housing Law – NJ Urban News

By Benjamin J. Hulac, Washington Correspondent for NJ Spotlight News WASHINGTON — Congress is on the cusp of writing the most transformative housing law in a generation, after the Senate advanced bipartisan legislation to expand the nation’s residential stock, ease regulations and lower costs. In an 89-10 vote Thursday, the Senate passed a bill that had cleared the House on Feb. 9. That chamber cast overwhelming support, with 390 yes votes and 9…