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Fortunecites Associated PressMar 28, 2026National News

Biden’s Build America, Buy America law spurs affordable housing bottleneck as Trump’s federal staffing cuts slow waiver approvals

Secretary Scott Turner stated that HUD is looking for ways to provide flexibility to housing projects impacted by the Buy America rules.

Biden’s Build America, Buy America law spurs affordable housing bottleneck as Trump’s federal staffing cuts slow waiver approvals
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Biden's 'Build America, Buy America' act is causing significant delays and cost increases for affordable housing projects due to a slow waiver process exacerbated by Trump administration staffing cuts at HUD.

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