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Trump cancels bipartisan housing bill signing, reiterates demand for SAVE America Act
By Kaia Hubbard at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 24, 2026
· 6 min read
Washington — President Trump canceled a planned signing ceremony on Wednesday for a landmark housing affordability bill that passed Congress by wide bipartisan margins, saying he will not sign the legislation into law until lawmakers pass an elections bill known as the SAVE America Act.Mr. ...
Key takeaway Trump was set to sign the bill, known as the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, during an event at the Capitol.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The cancellation of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act signing has significant implications for Southlake residents who are struggling with housing affordability. As a community within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Southlake is not immune to the rising housing costs that are affecting many families. The bill's provisions, such as limiting institutional investors from purchasing single-family homes, could have brought some relief to local homeowners and prospective buyers. With the midterm elections approaching, the fate of this bill will be closely watched by voters in Tarrant County, who are concerned about the affordability of housing in their area. As the president and lawmakers continue to negotiate, Southlake residents will be waiting to see if this legislation will become law, and what impact it will have on the local housing market. The delay in signing the bill may also affect the city's efforts to address its own housing affordability issues.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 6 min
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