President Trump has declined to sign the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act because the Senate failed to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility—or SAVE America—Act. Trump is allowing the housing legislation to become law without his signature. Under the Constitution, a bill automatically becomes law when the president neither signs nor vetoes it within…
Congress Finally Takes Housing Seriously
In a Congress that often seems more invested in partisan theater than practical governance, the House’s bipartisan passage of a housing package stands out as something unusual: an acknowledgment of reality. Housing affordability is no longer a regional issue confined to coastal cities or high-growth metro areas. It’s a national pressure point affecting families in…
Fighting Fentanyl with Justice and Mercy: An Analysis of the HALT Act
The HALT Fentanyl Act (H.R. 27 / S. 331) marks a major milestone in the battle against America’s deadly fentanyl epidemic. It’s a no-nonsense piece of legislation crafted with one clear aim: shut down the pipeline of poison that’s killing tens of thousands of Americans every year. The Act takes a bold, enforcement-driven approach to…
House Passes Social Security Expansion Bill: What’s Next?
The House recently passed a bill to provide full Social Security benefits to millions, with a strong bipartisan vote of 327-75. It’s rare to see such unity on Capitol Hill, so let’s break this down—because there’s a lot to chew on here. The Pros: Helping Those in Need First off, expanding Social Security benefits could…
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