U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina said on Mar. 12 that he supports the Senate’s passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which was approved by a vote of 89 to 10.
The legislation aims to address rising housing costs by reducing regulations and increasing housing supply, an issue Graham described as central to the American Dream. He said, “I am pleased that the Senate has passed this landmark housing legislation. By removing burdensome regulations and cutting red tape, American families can look forward to lower housing costs on the horizon.”
Graham also acknowledged the efforts of Senator Tim Scott and President Trump in advancing the bill. “I appreciate Senator Tim Scott and President Trump’s leadership on this legislation and am proud to stand with them in addressing one of the most important economic issues of our time,” Graham said.
He highlighted that home ownership remains a key part of the American Dream but noted that rising prices have made it difficult for many families. “When people think about the concept of the American Dream, one of the key components of that idea is home ownership. The cost of buying a house has skyrocketed across the nation, putting that dream out of reach for many hardworking families,” he said.
Graham pointed out that South Carolina is among states affected by these trends due to its rapid growth, making expanded housing supply critical for meeting demand. He added, “South Carolina has not been immune to this trend. As one of the fastest growing states in the nation, it is critical that the supply of housing is vastly expanded across South Carolina to meet our state’s growing needs. This legislation helps meet that need, and I’m glad it passed overwhelmingly.”
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The passage of this bill marks a significant step toward addressing affordable housing challenges at both state and national levels.
