The homebuilding industry celebrates a major legislative milestone this week: the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is officially law. Since the bipartisan bill was first introduced in 2025, it was shaped and championed by various industry organizations to increase housing development across the country.
The bill, with over 50 sections, notably decreases regulatory barriers to building, including the modernization of HUD programs. The bill also aims to increase first-time homeowners with the expansion of local lending for housing construction and mortgages.
“For too many Americans, finding an affordable home has become increasingly out of reach,” said American Institute of Architects 2026 President Illya Azaroff, FAIA, in a statement. “This law is an important step toward changing that. Architects are essential partners in creating housing that is safe, resilient and designed to meet the needs of every community. AIA has long advocated for policies that make it easier to build more housing and we will continue working with policymakers and federal agencies to help turn these reforms into homes people can live in.”
“NAHB applauds Congress and the Trump administration for delivering a bipartisan housing victory for the American people. Strong support in both chambers makes clear that housing affordability is a national priority,” said Bill Owens, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders, in a statement. “By reducing regulatory barriers, helping builders increase supply and expanding opportunities for homeownership and rental housing, this landmark law is an important step toward easing the nation’s housing affordability crisis. We look forward to working with the administration and Congress to implement it.”
