Vinyl Institute Applauds Passage of Bipartisan Housing Legislation to Expand Supply and Improve Affordability
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 22, 2026 — The Vinyl Institute welcomed the final passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a bipartisan measure aimed at increasing the nation’s housing supply and improving affordability for American families.
“This legislation represents an important step toward addressing the United States’ housing shortage, and we are grateful for Congressional leadership on this issue,” said Ned Monroe, President and CEO of the Vinyl Institute. “By reducing barriers to construction, encouraging innovation, and supporting the development of new housing, Congress is helping create the conditions needed to deliver more homes at a lower cost.”
The bill focuses on expanding housing supply through a variety of measures, including streamlining permitting and environmental review processes, supporting manufactured and modular housing, and incentivizing local communities to build more homes. Together, these policies are designed to accelerate construction and reduce the cost pressures that have made homeownership increasingly out of reach.
The Vinyl Institute emphasized that policies which enable faster, more cost-effective construction are critical to meeting nationwide demand. “Affordable housing starts with the ability to build efficiently and at scale,” Monroe added. “Durable, cost-effective materials play a vital role in that equation.”
Vinyl (PVC) is widely used in residential construction across the United States, including in piping systems, siding, windows, flooring, and electrical infrastructure. Its durability, low maintenance requirements, and cost-effectiveness make it a key component in efforts to deliver high-quality housing at a lower total cost.
“While this legislation is material-neutral, its focus on expanding housing supply directly supports the broader ecosystem of building materials that make modern construction possible,” Monroe said. “Vinyl products are an essential part of delivering resilient, energy-efficient, and affordable homes for American families.”
The Vinyl Institute also noted that increasing housing supply will have positive ripple effects across infrastructure, renovation, and community development projects—areas where vinyl materials are already widely used to support long-term performance and affordability.
“As policymakers continue working to address housing challenges, it will be important to maintain a focus on solutions that expand supply, lower costs, and leverage proven, reliable materials,” Monroe said. “The Vinyl Institute looks forward to working with lawmakers and stakeholders to support these shared goals.”
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