Senate Advances Bill Aimed at Making Housing Affordable

The bill seeks to rein in corporate landlords and ensure that families, rather than corporations, buy homes in the country.

Rep. Tim Scott (R-SC) speaks at a gathering of the Republican Jewish Council in Las Vegas, Nev., on Sept. 5, 2024. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times

The Senate advanced a bipartisan bill on March 10 that aims to lower home prices and make housing more affordable for Americans.

The Senate voted 89–9 to invoke cloture on H.R.6644, the Housing for the 21st Century Act, meaning debate on the measure has been limited. The bill now has a clear path for a vote, which could likely take place on March 12.