Momentum that crosses party lines
ABMA has shared the proposal with senior White House staff and policymakers on both sides of the aisle, and the reception has been encouraging. “No matter who you talk to, everyone agrees on one thing,” Palasieski says. “We need more homes that the average American can afford.” While the proposal is expected to move through Congress, ABMA is also advocating for faster action — recognizing the urgency of the housing shortage and the opportunity for executive leadership to make an immediate impact.
What has resonated most with industry leaders is the plan’s practicality. Practical Solutions With Proven Precedent Rather than proposing untested ideas, ABMA highlights solutions already working in major markets — including third-party inspections and self-certification models for plans and permitting. “These systems have been used successfully for decades,” Palasieski notes. “If they work in complex construction environments, they can work nationally for residential housing as well.” The response has been swift. In just two months, more than 250 businesses, associations, and labor organizations have signed on in support — a rare show of unity across the building materials and construction industry.
250+ Businesses, associations, and labor organizations have signed on in support.
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