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EPISODE · Jun 26, 2026 · 6 MIN

What Congress' housing bill could mean for rural America

from Marketplace Morning Report · host Marketplace

Congress’ historic housing bill still hasn’t been signed by President Donald Trump. There’s a lot in the bill, and changes may take years. Some of the provisions are meant to help rural America, where about a quarter of Americans live. We'll dig into some of the impacts. Then, language in the current U.S.-Iran peace deal could help Iran develop its own economy and become more integrated in the global economic system.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Stories featured in this episode:Housing bill addresses longstanding challenges in rural areasWhere do things stand with the Iran peace deal?

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