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House gives final approval to bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering costs
By Michael Casey and Mary Clare Jalonick l The Associated Press at NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· June 23, 2026
· 4 min read
The House gave final approval Tuesday to a broad bipartisan bill aimed at lowering the cost of housing, with lawmakers in both parties eager to show progress on affordability issues ahead of this year’s midterm elections.
The 358-32 vote sends the bill to President Donald Trump, who is expecte...
Key takeaway Maxine Waters of California, who helped negotiate the bill, said the median age of a first-time homebuyer is now 40 and rents have soared some 47% since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The passage of this bipartisan housing bill has significant implications for San Francisco , where the cost of living and housing affordability have long been major concerns. As the city continues to grapple with issues of homelessness and gentrification, the expansion of financing and renter protections could provide much-needed relief for low-income and marginalized communities. The bill's emphasis on streamlining environmental reviews and reforming outdated zoning regulations could also help to increase the supply of housing in the city, potentially bringing down prices and making it easier for people to find affordable places to live. Additionally, the funding provided to local governments that build more housing could be a boon for San Francisco, which has struggled to meet its own housing production goals in recent years. As the bill awaits President Trump's signature, San Francisco residents and officials will be watching closely to see how its provisions are implemented and what impact they will have on the city's housing landscape.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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The 358-32 vote sends the bill to President Donald Trump, who is expecte...
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