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Trump will let housing bill become law without signing in protest over GOP voter ID law
By Michelle Price and Josh Boak | The Associated Press at NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 10, 2026
· 3 min read
President Donald Trump will let the bipartisan housing bill approved by Congress become law without his signature, saying Friday that he was refusing to put his name on it because of the little progress made in passing a strict voter ID bill that he has been pushing.
“I will not sign the Housi...
Key takeaway The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to lower the cost of housing and spur more home construction.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The decision by President Trump to let the bipartisan housing bill become law without his signature has significant implications for the San Francisco community, where housing affordability is a major concern. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to address the national shortage of homes, estimated at 10 million, which is particularly relevant in the Bay Area where the cost of living is high and housing supply is limited. By allowing the bill to become law, Trump is enabling efforts to lower the cost of housing and spur more home construction, which could help alleviate some of the pressure on the local housing market. However, the president's refusal to sign the bill also underscores the ongoing tensions between the administration and lawmakers, which could impact the implementation of the legislation and its potential benefits for San Francisco residents struggling with housing costs.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump will let the bipartisan housing bill approved by Congress become law without his signature, saying Friday that he was refusing to put his name on it because of the little progress made in passing a strict voter ID bill that he has been pushing.
“I will not sign the Housi...
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