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Senators Reverend Warnock, Ossoff Secure Over $500,000 to Assist Homeless Veterans in Atlanta Area
Funding will provide rental assistance for homeless veterans, as well as case management and clinical services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Housing Authority of Atlanta will receive $314,034, and the Housing Authority of East Point will receive $258,867
Notice of Vote Kicks Off New Engagement Period at Hylan Houses Ahead of Tie-Breaking...
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) today announced that a new Notice of Vote has been mailed to Hylan Houses residents, kicking off a new 30-day public engagement period after a full recount of votes confirmed a tie between residents’ top two selections of the Public Housing Preservation Trust and the Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) program.
Rep. Calvert Reintroduces Bill to Improve Mental Health and Drug Abuse Treatment for Homeless...
Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41) reintroduced the Treatment and Homelessness Housing Integration Act, H.R. 577, to help
Biden-Harris Administration Awards nearly $3.6 Billion in Homelessness Assistance Funding to Communities Nationwide
Grant awards represent the largest amount of annual federal funding provided through HUD’s Continuum of Care program in
EIA publishes its first energy-sector forecasts through 2026
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) published its first forecasts for energy production, consumption, and prices through 2026 in its January
Mayor Bowser and National League of Cities to Host National Housing Summit
On Thursday, January 16 at 9 am, Mayor Muriel Bowser, in partnership with the National League of Cities, will host a national housing summit at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of
FHFA Announces Final Rule Expanding Access to Liquidity for the Federal Home Loan Bank...
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) published a final rule today designed to improve access to liquidity for the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLBank) System by adjusting the treatment of
U.S. Department of the Treasury Releases Final Rules to Expand Clean Energy Investments and...
Final rules establish program that expands on $7.5 billion in clean energy investments in low-income communities and on Indian Lands to date; next round of program scheduled to open for applications on
FEMA’s National Preparedness Report Highlights Mass Care Services, Public Information and Warning, Infrastructure Systems...
FEMA has released a report providing an overview of the nation’s current disaster risk and capability landscape. The 13th annual
U.S. Department of Energy Announces more than $136 Million in Projects To Develop Transformational...
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced more than $136 million for 66 selected projects to support the research and
Additional Assistance for Fire Victims
In addition to the $43,600 of housing assistance, you may qualify for additional temporary rental assistance from FEMA. The amount of assistance is based on prevailing rental value in your community, and the number of people in your household
Biden-Harris Administration Delivers $12 Billion in Long-Term Assistance to Communities Impacted by Disasters
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the allocation of nearly $12 billion in Community
NOW LAW: Congresswoman Susie Lee’s Bipartisan Bill to Speed Up Housing Projects Signed into...
Last night, Congresswoman Susie Lee’s (NV-03) bipartisan Accelerating Appraisals and Conservation Efforts Act (AACE Act)
FHFA Releases 3rd Quarter 2024 Foreclosure Prevention and Refinance Report
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) today released its third quarter 2024 Foreclosure Prevention and Refinance Report. The report shows that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the
EPA Fines Truck Stops in Iowa and Missouri for Alleged Clean Water Act Violations
Two truck stops in Iowa and Missouri – Iowa 80, advertised as “the world’s largest truck stop,” and Joplin 44 – agreed to pay a combined $390,784 to resolve alleged violations of the federal
Norton Highlights D.C. Provisions in House-Passed Water Resources Development Act
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) announced victories for D.C. included in the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, which passed the House today. Norton
Facilities for Family Entertainment Reconstructed with FEMA Funds
To have family entertainment spaces where people can enjoy safe places to gather, especially during the holiday season, is part of Puerto Rico’s integral recovery. That’s why the Federal Emergency
NJCDC to Demolish Structure at 54 Front Street to Make Way for New Gymnasium...
The New Jersey Community Development Corporation (NJCDC) is excited to announce the demolition of the unutilized structure at 54 Front Street, clearing the way for the construction of a new indoor gymnasium and additional facilities for the Great Falls Youth Center (GFYC). Opened in March 2018, the GFYC has become a vital resource for the community, serving over 100 students daily.
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ANNOUNCES CLEAN ENERGY PROGRAM WITH $5 MILLION WORKFORCE...
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) has announced a $5 million workforce development grant opportunity for clean energy solutions. This grant, secured by Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York Power Authority (NYPA), supports the creation or expansion of statewide clean energy training or pre-apprenticeship programs, bolstering New York State's green economy.
HUD Invests More Than $2 Million to Modernize Rental Homes for Families in Ohio...
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the recent closing of three Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) transactions to help finance energy efficiency
