Right-wing parties argue that building more houses—not market regulation—is the real fix. They claim rent caps hurt property owners and restrict the housing market.
This opposition block ultimately triggered the legislative standstill.

Right-wing parties argue that building more houses—not market regulation—is the real fix. They claim rent caps hurt property owners and restrict the housing market.
This opposition block ultimately triggered the legislative standstill.
🗞️ HEARTLAND IN THE PRESS 🗞️
🔗 Read article here: kctv5.com/2026/09/19/tenants-kansas-city-apartment-complex-celebrate-victory-years-making/
Meet Aleyois Silcott, our new Tenant Advocate!
An eviction or forced move in Kansas City shouldn’t begin a cycle in which a family ends up in less stable, less affordable, or lower-quality housing—only to face another housing crisis down the road or even having to leave KC.
Our Executive Director, Gary Rhoades, wrote an Op-Ed in the KC Star to share the effects of evictions in school children, and what policies or laws that can make a difference.
🔗 Read the Opinion here: www.kansascity.com/opinion/article317102232.html
We're here ... it's day one of the Trade Union Congress and we're broadcasting SHAC's National Housing Union Blueprint
Housing is a trade union issue. It’s time to fight together! ✊🏠
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