Featured: Housing ReformHousing Reform Win: 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Crosses Finish Line
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act crosses the finish line to officially become law. APA is continuing to analyze key provisions of the legislation and will provide guidance on what it means for planners and their communities in the days and weeks to come.
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Many challenges are facing planners today, and housing is one area where federal support for local planning efforts is within reach. See how planners are prioritizing federal policy action that increases housing abundance, links housing and transportation, and strengthens resilience in 2026.
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