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The House has introduced an NAHB-supported amendment to major housing legislation that would bring greater certainty to the housing market and increase the supply of attainable housing.

May 15, 2026

House Plans Vote on Amended Housing Bill Backed by NAHB

The House has introduced an NAHB-supported amendment to major housing legislation that would bring greater certainty to the housing market and increase the supply of attainable housing.

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May 15, 2026 NAHB, Industry Partners Address Key Permitting Reform Challenges

May 14, 2026 NAHB Supports Amended Housing Bill Released by House

May 14, 2026 Building Material Prices Increase at Fastest Pace in Three Years

May 13, 2026 Inflation Outpaces Wage Growth for First Time Since 2023

May 13, 2026 Why High School Students are Excited to Enter the Construction Trades

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Data at a Glance

Framing Lumber Prices

Fluctuations in the costs of building materials, particularly those of framing lumber, contribute significantly to home prices and housing affordability levels.

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NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI)

The HMI offers an insider’s perspective on the current state of housing. Each month, builder sentiment about the present and near-term housing market is depicted on a scale of 0 to 100, indicating the portion of builders experiencing positive market conditions.

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Housing Starts

Housing starts data are key economic indicators that track the pace of residential construction. These monthly Census Bureau statistics typically reflect broader trends within the overall economy such as interest rates and job growth.

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