Update: the Assembly approved the government's housing package in principle (aprovado na generalidade), confirming the cross‑party momentum reported earlier — parties such as the PSD supported it while others abstained or remain cautious. This procedural approval moves the bill to later stages but does not finalise measures; implementation details and timelines remain uncertain. Practical note for expats: key measures may still change during later votes, so do not expect immediate relief on rents or housing availability.