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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill to increase housing by allowing taller apartment buildings near transit stations, aiming to address high housing costs, but facing opposition from Los Angeles officials and residents concerned about neighborhood character and historical preservation.
California has passed SB 79, a historic law that legalizes the construction of more homes near transit stops across the state, marking a major victory for the YIMBY movement and efforts to promote affordable, transit-friendly housing. The bill now awaits Governor Newsom's signature.
Senate Republicans are warning Democrats to expedite the confirmation process for President Trump's nominees or face potential rule changes, amid a backlog of over 150 nominees. Meanwhile, Ghislaine Maxwell seeks to delay her deposition, and bipartisan housing legislation advances in the Senate. Other updates include Democratic efforts to investigate judicial nominee Emil Bove and a potential deal to confirm more Trump nominees before the summer recess.
The Senate Banking Committee unanimously advanced a bipartisan housing bill aimed at expanding housing supply and affordability, amidst concerns over HUD's underfunding and ongoing housing crisis. Meanwhile, other Senate actions include removing hemp regulation loopholes, delays in confirming nominees, and investigations into judicial nominees, reflecting a busy legislative agenda with bipartisan cooperation and partisan tensions.
A record number of Americans, especially people of color, are struggling with unaffordable rent increases, with 22.4 million renter households spending more than 30% of their income on rent in 2022. Lawmakers at both state and federal levels are scrambling to address the crisis by proposing measures such as eviction protections, zoning reforms, rent increase caps, and significant funding for building more affordable housing. The housing affordability crisis has led to a dramatic rise in eviction filings and homelessness, impacting the long-term well-being of affected households, especially those making less than $30,000.
San Francisco has missed a deadline for passing legislation to expedite housing approvals, prompting a standoff with state housing officials. The state is giving the city another 30 days to get the bill on track before potentially revoking its permitting authority or withholding state funds. The bill in question, Mayor London Breed's Constraints Reduction Ordinance, has been repeatedly stalled in committee due to unnecessary amendments. The city is now at risk of falling out of compliance with state law, and community groups are rallying against the legislation. The state housing department is not budging on the deadlines.