The U.S. House Financial Services Committee yesterday announced that it has scheduled a high-profile hearing for tomorrow, December 3, titled “Building Capacity: Reducing Government Roadblocks to Housing Supply.” This hearing signals renewed congressional focus on addressing regulatory barriers, expanding housing supply, and improving affordability nationwide.
Committee members will review a broad package of housing-related proposals designed to streamline regulations and support the development of attainable housing across the country.
Notably, the hearing is expected to include discussion of the Respect State Housing Laws Act, a measure that would repeal the federal CARES Act 30-day Notice to Vacate requirement. Repealing this mandate would restore state authority over notice periods and help reduce confusion and conflicting timelines in the eviction process.
The inclusion of the Respect State Housing Laws Act in this hearing represents an important first step toward advancing the legislation through the congressional process.
Further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
