The U.S. House recently approved legislation tied to recent executive actions aimed at improving housing affordability. The measure removes restrictions on housing development from energy efficiency regulations that had significantly increased construction costs—sometimes by thousands of dollars per property. This shift toward lighter regulatory oversight could reshape residential market dynamics and impact housing supply chains. Fewer compliance layers might translate to lower barriers to entry for builders and potentially more accessible pricing for buyers. The move signals a broader pivot in policy direction when it comes to housing market intervention.