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WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order Friday directing federal agencies to review and reduce regulations that the administration says are slowing home construction, raising housing …
Trump Orders Federal Review of Housing Rules to Boost Affordability Read More
DOUGLASSVILLE, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro on Thursday called on Pennsylvania lawmakers to pass legislation limiting rent increases in manufactured home communities, saying new protections are needed for residents facing …
Governor Calls for Manufactured Home Protections After Rent Spikes Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Senate voted Thursday to approve a bipartisan housing package aimed at increasing the supply of homes, lowering construction barriers, and helping homeowners repair aging properties, …
Senate Passes Bipartisan Housing Bill Aimed at Easing Shortage Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County housing market showed modest price growth and a slight increase in available inventory in February 2026 as the spring homebuying season approaches.
Chester County Home Prices Rise as Inventory Slowly Improves Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Dave McCormick said Wednesday that a bipartisan housing bill moving through the Senate could help address housing shortages and rising costs that he says are …
McCormick Backs Federal Housing Bill, Citing Shortage in Pa. Read More
READING, PA — Pennsylvania faces a projected shortage of roughly 185,000 homes by 2035 if current trends continue, prompting state officials to push for major investments and regulatory changes aimed …
Reading Tour Highlights 185,000-Home Shortfall Read More
What This Means for You State leaders are investing in tourism events, film production, sports marketing, and housing initiatives aimed at generating jobs and economic activity. Major events and productions …
Pennsylvania Announces Tourism, Film, Sports Grants and Housing Plan Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro today rolled out Pennsylvania’s first-ever comprehensive Housing Action Plan, warning the Commonwealth could face a shortfall of roughly 185,000 homes by 2035 without aggressive …
Shapiro Unveils Sweeping Housing Plan to Close 185K Home Gap Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Affordable housing construction has surged nationwide since the pandemic, but the Philadelphia region has expanded income-restricted housing at a slower pace than much of the country, according …
Philadelphia Trails Nation in Affordable Housing Boom Despite Post-Pandemic Surge Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A bipartisan group of state lawmakers on Monday unveiled a sweeping legislative package aimed at easing Pennsylvania’s housing crisis, warning that rising costs and restrictive local policies …
Pa. Lawmakers Roll Out Bipartisan Plan to Break Housing Gridlock Read More