U.S. House Passes Housing Bill Led by N.H. Rep. Goodlander

Bipartisan legislation aims to increase housing supply and affordability nationwide.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bipartisan housing package called the Housing for the 21st Century Act, which was led by New Hampshire Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander. The bill is designed to tackle the nation's housing shortage by cutting red tape, modernizing federal housing policy, and giving communities more tools to build affordable homes.

Why it matters

The housing crisis has impacted communities across the country, making home ownership increasingly out of reach for many Americans. This legislation seeks to address the supply and affordability challenges through policy reforms at the federal level.

The details

The Housing for the 21st Century Act aims to speed up approvals, streamline environmental reviews, and expand options like manufactured homes in an effort to increase the overall housing supply. Supporters believe the bill could make home ownership more attainable for a wider range of families and individuals.

  • The U.S. House of Representatives passed the bill on February 9, 2026.

The players

Maggie Goodlander

A U.S. Congresswoman from New Hampshire who led the effort to pass the Housing for the 21st Century Act.

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What they’re saying

“This package is a step toward making home ownership more attainable.”

— Maggie Goodlander, U.S. Congresswoman (921wvtk.com)

The takeaway

The passage of the Housing for the 21st Century Act in the U.S. House represents a bipartisan effort to address the nation's housing crisis through policy reforms aimed at increasing the supply and affordability of homes across the country.