[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 111 (Friday, June 27, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H3015]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                RECOGNIZING NATIONAL HOMEOWNERSHIP MONTH

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in 
recognition of National Homeownership Month, a time to celebrate the 
cornerstone of the American Dream.
  For generations, owning a home has symbolized stability, 
independence, and opportunity. It strengthens families, builds 
communities, and lays the foundation for long-term financial security.
  Yet, today, that dream feels out of reach for too many, especially 
first-time buyers, young families, and those in rural and working-class 
communities. Rising interest rates, limited housing supplies, and 
increasing costs are making it harder for Americans to put down roots.
  That is why we must work together across the aisle to support 
policies to expand access to affordable housing, invest in 
infrastructure, and reduce regulatory barriers that drive up costs.
  Homeownership shouldn't be a luxury. It should be an achievable goal 
for every hardworking American.

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