The list of all Trump’s actions in 2025 that impacted housing
Here are the actions the Trump administration or Congress have taken that impact housing since President Trump took office on Jan. 20, 2025.
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Spanberger unveils Virginia housing affordability plan
Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger (D) focused on improving affordability during her campaign. To follow through, she rolled out a housing agenda that leans heavily on preservation of existing affordable homes, empowering localities to add more, and rebuilding state-level tools.
Poll finds broad support for independent Social Security commission
Seventy-one percent of respondents said they favor Congress establishing such a body, reflecting broad frustration with lawmakers.
Housing for the 21st Century Act clears House committee, heads to floor vote
The Housing for the 21st Century Act advanced in the House on Wednesday following a markup by the Financial Services Committee, setting the stage for a potential floor vote in early 2026.
CFPB’s ECOA proposal raises alarms over women’s ability to get a mortgage
The CFPB’s proposed changes to ECOA rules could limit credit access for women, communities of color and rural residents.
HUD investigating Boston housing policies, alleging discrimination against white residents
Accusations include encouraging banks and real estate developers to focus on communities occupied by people of color.
Advocacy groups see erosion of fair lending oversight, move to fill the gap
In its latest move, the Department of Justice (DOJ) this week announced the rescission of disparate-impact liability from its Title VI regulations, while other parts of the federal government have reduced enforcement of fair lending issues.
Coalition presses for stronger federal flood response, eyes ROAD to Housing Act
Leaders said the coalition began forming after the catastrophic July 2022 floods in eastern Kentucky and southwestern Virginia.
Inventory, affordability take center stage in House hearing
The hearing focused heavily on interpretations of Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements and their impacts on affordable housing development.
Connecticut governor signs bill to tackle affordable housing shortage
Connecticut’s new housing bill aims to address the affordable housing shortage, but faces criticism for limiting local control.