House Releases Revised Housing Package With Vote Eyed Next Week

House leaders released a new version of a sweeping housing package, seeking to reach a deal that can satisfy senators and President Donald Trump.

The two chambers have been locked in a standoff over legislation (H.R. 6644) to address the high cost of housing, as lawmakers look for ways to reduce Americans’ high cost of living. Institutional investor restrictions and a ban on a central bank digital currency are among the issues that separated the chambers.

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) expressed optimism Wednesday that the bill would pass next week, while Senate Majority Leader John Thune ...