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21st Century Road to Housing Stalemate
The House and Senate have not made any progress in reconciling their differing versions of 21st Century Road to Housing Act. What’s the holdup? Provisions targeting bans on central bank digital currency and large housing investors are stalling the bill’s passage. Industry leaders warn that restrictions on build-to-rent investments could freeze capital and deepen the […]
Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority Appoints JoAnna Vanderpoel as Chief People Officer
The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) named JoAnna Vanderpoel as Chief People Officer (CPO). She has more than 25 years of human resources leadership, with a focus on improving employee and customer experiences in financial services, commercial real estate, and consumer products. As CPO, Vanderpoel will lead human resources strategy, focusing on talent acquisition and […]
House Appropriations FY2027 Markup Schedule Released
House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) released the markup schedule for Fiscal Year 2027 appropriations bills: Thursday, April 23, 2026 Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Thursday, May 21, 2026 Thursday, June 4, 2026
HUD OAHP Hosts 2025 HOME Final Rule Training on April 16
The Office of Affordable Housing Programs (OAHP) is sponsoring a webinar to guide HOME Investment Partnerships Program participating jurisdictions and partners through the HOME Final Rule, including provisions with delayed implementation dates. This webinar includes a question-and-answer session during which participants may submit questions related to the Final Rule. Responses will be addressed through future program guidance and Frequently Asked Questions. The webinar will be held on April […]
New Hampshire Housing Qualified Allocation Plan Information Session
New Hampshire Housing is hosting a two-part information session on May 13, 2026 from 9:30am–12:00pm focused on the recently approved Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) and the 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) application round. This session is designed for prospective applicants seeking funding through NH Housing, as well as for those who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the program requirements, policies, and […]
Oregon Proposed Consolidated Plan 2026-2030 Public Notice and Hearing
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS), in partnership with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and the Oregon Business Development Department (OBDD), has posted for public comment the 2026-30 draft Consolidated Plan and the 2026 Annual Action Plan. The 2026-30 Consolidated Plan is a requirement of the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) designed to […]
Minnesota 2026 Multifamily Consolidated RFP/2027 HTC Round 1 Open for Applications
The Multifamily Consolidated RFP is a competitive funding round, offered once per year, where Minnesota Housing consolidates and coordinates multiple multifamily housing funding resources into one application process. It deploys significant capital funds and is the primary mechanism that Minnesota Housing uses to award and allocate federal and state resources. In accordance with Minnesota Housing’s Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), the emphasis […]
North Dakota Opens HUD 2026 Annual Action Plan 30-Day Comment Period
The North Dakota Department of Commerce, Division of Community Services, and North Dakota Housing Finance Agency opened the 30-day comment period for the State’s 2026 Annual Action Plan. The Action Plan provides a summary of the actions, activities and specific federal and non-federal resources that will be used during the year to address priority needs and goals identified in the Consolidated […]
IRS Publishes Population Figures
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) published population figures to calculate each state’s 2026 calendar year (CY) population-based component of the federal LIHTC, the 2026 CY PAB volume cap and the 2026 volume limit. NH&RA members can login to their accounts and see our QAP table with updated figures.
CDFI Funding Advances, but Key Resources for Affordable Housing Remain Uncertain
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released $289M in FY25 funding for the CDFI Fund after months of delays, allowing funds to move to Treasury for distribution.
Help Identify BABA Supply Gaps Impacting Affordable Housing
NH&RA and our partners are compiling a list of items and materials that are difficult to source domestically as we work on BABA waiver relief. Call To Action: Help us make our list of specific items and materials that are difficult or expensive to source. You can use this spreadsheet template or send your own […]
TN LIHTC Property Preservation Map
Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) published a GIS Story Map analyzing LIHTC properties in Tennessee and the issues surrounding their preservation. This resource identifies LIHTC properties in Tennessee, number of units, year placed in service, and credit, compliance, and extended affordability period. THDA is actively seeking feedback on the new resource. Please reach out to […]