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NCSHA Washington Report | March 6, 2026
No domestic issue over the past few weeks has dominated Congress’ attention or generated substantive congressional action more than housing affordability. With the most significant bill to...
NCSHA Details Key Changes to HOME in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
Wondering how the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act would strengthen the HOME program? Here’s a deep dive into the HOME changes under consideration.
NCSHA Endorses 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
WASHINGTON, DC — The National Council of State Housing Agencies strongly supports the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which is under consideration by the Senate currently and for which a final...
Employers Team with Virginia Housing to Offer Housing Education to Staff
Virginia Housing’s mission is powered by partnerships. By collaborating with businesses, nonprofits and community organizations, we connect the Virginians we serve to critical housing resources, expanding opportunity and increasing access statewide.
Housing Finance Agency Named to 2026 Best Mortgage Companies to Work For
North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) has been ranked as one of the Best Mortgage Companies to Work for by National Mortgage News for 2026.
Illinois Launches Third Cohort to Expand Affordable Housing Development
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) and the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) are thrilled to unveil the latest group participating in the Next Generation Capacity Building Initiative (Next Gen).
NCSHA Washington Report | February 27, 2026
More than a few affordable housing organizations and projects have taken the name Nehemiah in honor of the 5th century B.C. Jewish leader who rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem, most famously East...
Illinois Housing Development Authority Announces Lender and Loan Officer Award Winners
The Illinois Housing Development Authority’s Homeownership Department (IHDA Mortgage) announced the recipients of its annual Lender and Loan Officer Awards, recognizing the banks, mortgage lenders, credit unions, and loan officers who assisted the most homebuyers using IHDA Mortgage programs in 2025.
Florida Hometown Heroes Program 2025 – Making Homeownership a Reality for Florida’s Families
Florida Housing Finance Corporation (Florida Housing) is pleased to announce the Florida Hometown Heroes housing program has committed all available funding for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, making homeownership a reality for over 3,000 Florida families in just six months.
Illinois Housing Development Authority Invites Public to Help Shape Illinois’ Affordable Housing Priorities
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is calling on community members and leaders, housing advocates, and development professionals across Illinois to participate in the development of its 2027–2028 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP).
MassHousing has Awarded $300,000 for the Creation of Affordable Sober Housing in Bellingham and Lowell
MassHousing has awarded $300,000 in grant funding to two nonprofit organizations in Bellingham and Lowell supporting men and veterans impacted by substance use disorder.
32 Homes and On-Site Behavioral Health Services Open in Clatsop County
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) and Oregon Health Authority (OHA) celebrate the grand opening of the Baker Building in Astoria.
