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Trump will let bipartisan housing bill become law without signing in protest over GOP voter ID law
By The Associated Press, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 10, 2026
· 3 min read
President Donald Trump will let the bipartisan housing bill approved by Congress become law without his signature, saying Friday that he was refusing to put his name on it because of the little progress made in passing a strict voter ID bill that he has been pushing.“I will not sign the Housing B...
Key takeaway The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to lower the cost of housing and spur more home construction.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The decision by President Trump to let the bipartisan housing bill become law without his signature has significant implications for San Antonio , where affordable housing has long been a pressing concern. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to address the national shortage of homes, estimated at 10 million, which is particularly relevant in a city like San Antonio that is experiencing rapid growth and economic development. As state and local regulations have made it difficult to build in many communities, this legislation could help spur more home construction and lower housing costs. For San Antonio residents struggling to find affordable housing, the bill's passage, despite Trump's refusal to sign it, is a welcome development. However, the president's actions also underscore the ongoing tensions between the administration and Congress, which could have further implications for the city's efforts to address its housing affordability problems.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump will let the bipartisan housing bill approved by Congress become law without his signature, saying Friday that he was refusing to put his name on it because of the little progress made in passing a strict voter ID bill that he has been pushing.“I will not sign the Housing B...
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