Speaker Johnson Speaks Up About Housing Bill

Speaker Johnson Optimistic About Housing Bill

Speaker Mike Johnson is confident that the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act will become law, regardless of whether President Donald Trump signs it. The bill, which passed both chambers with strong bipartisan support, aims to reduce homebuilding costs and ban hedge funds from purchasing large amounts of housing stock.

Johnson, a veteran of the U.S. Army, believes that the bill’s widespread support will ensure its passage. “He won’t veto the bill… He’ll either allow it to just go into law, or he’ll put his signature on it,” Johnson stated, according to the Washington Examiner.

Trump’s Reluctance and the SAVE America Act

Despite the bill’s overwhelming support, President Trump has not yet signed it. During a recent meeting with Johnson, Trump expressed his preference for Congress to pass the SAVE America Act first. “It’s a big yawn compared to the SAVE America Act,” Trump said, per Fox News Politics.

The SAVE America Act focuses on voter ID legislation, a priority for many conservatives. However, Johnson remains undeterred. He believes that the housing bill’s importance to American families will ultimately lead to its enactment, either through Trump’s signature or by default after a 10-day period.

The Impact on American Families

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act includes several key provisions designed to make homeownership more accessible. By reducing homebuilding costs and limiting speculative investments, the bill aims to stabilize the housing market and provide more affordable options for families.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, a progressive Democrat, worked alongside Sen. Tim Scott, a Republican, to draft the bill. Their collaboration highlights the bipartisan effort to address the housing crisis. According to