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‘A hidden threat’: San Mateo lawmaker warns of rising groundwater risks, seeks study funding
A Bay Area lawmaker is pushing for new federal legislation to study the threat rising groundwater poses — a hidden but growing environmental danger that experts say could worsen flooding, damage infrastructure, and contaminate drinking water.
Thrivent, Habitat for Humanity celebrate 20 years of transforming lives together
Thrivent and Habitat for Humanity International are celebrating their 20th year of partnership, which is grounded in helping families around the world access safe, affordable housing. Since
NAHB Commends Senate Banking Panel for Advancing Housing Legislation
Challenging affordability conditions, elevated interest rates and economic uncertainty continue to act as headwinds on the housing sector as many potential buyers continue to stay on the
Rounds Advances Major Housing Wins for South Dakota in Committee Markup
U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) today successfully advanced key housing priorities for South Dakota during a bipartisan markup in the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
NAREB DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY TRAINS 227 EMERGING DEVELOPERS TO BOLSTER HOUSING CONSTRUCTION
The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) proudly graduates 227 emerging developers from the NAREB Developers Academy on Tuesday, as the organization of Black real estate developers, known as Realtists, seeks to increase production of much-needed housing in communities nationwide.
Horsford Opening Statement at Field Hearing on the One, Big, Ugly Law
Thank you, Mr. Chairman – and welcome to my hometown, Las Vegas, Nevada. And before, I get into my remarks – Mr. Chairman, as you know, Senate Republicans unilaterally thrusted the gaming economy and its patrons into uncertainty with the unjust inclusion of the wagering loss
Urban Land Institute Launches California-Nevada Partnership to Advance Urban Resilience and Climate Leadership
The Urban Land Institute (ULI) today announced a new regional initiative in partnership with seven public agencies across
Tuberville Introduces Huntsville’s Bill Roark During HELP Hearing
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL)introduced Mr. Bill Roark of Huntsville, Alabama, as a witness appearing before the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee. The hearing was about empowering workers by expanding employee ownership.
Housing Subcommittee Explores Modern Solutions to the Housing Shortage
The Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance, led by Subcommittee Chair Mike Flood (NE-01), held a hearing exploring bipartisan solutions to the housing shortage, such as modernizing the HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) Program which has not
HUD and Census Bureau Report New Residential Sales in June 2025
The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development jointly announced the following new residential sales statistics for June 2025
Kelly, Gallego Reintroduce Bipartisan Canadian Snowbirds Act to Boost Arizona Economy, Tourism
This week, Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego reintroduced the Canadian Snowbirds Act, bipartisan, bicameral
Congresswoman Torres FY26 Community Projects $21 Million to California’s 35th Congressional District
U.S. Representative Norma J. Torres (CA-35) announced the inclusion of 15 Community Project Funding requests in the House
New Home Sales Hold Steady at a Relatively Tepid Level
Challenging affordability conditions, elevated interest rates and economic uncertainty continue to act as headwinds on the housing sector as many potential buyers continue to stay on the
New Dems Release Innovation Agenda to Unleash American Potential and Lead the 21st Century
Today, the New Democrat Coalition Innovation & Technology Working Group, led by Working Group Chair Sam Liccardo (CA-
House Passes Five Natural Resources Bills Honoring Law Enforcement and Firefighters, Creating Economic Opportunities...
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed five bills that support job creation, economic development and reliable
Republican Reconciliation Package Praised by Ohio Industry Leaders
Industry leaders and officials from across Ohio announced their support for the Republican reconciliation law and the benefits it will have for workers, families, farmers, and small businesses across Ohio and its economy.
WSSC Water Issues Recreational Water Contact Health Advisory for Triadelphia Reservoir?
WSSC Water has detected high concentrations of blue-green algae, known as Harmful Algal Blooms (HAB), in the Triadelphia Reservoir. These HABs can cause adverse health effects. The
HUD Launches “Express Lane” to Expedite Financing for Residential Care Facilities
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner announced the launch of a new “Express Lane” to expedite Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insured
Sherman Announces $14.5 Million in Funding for Valley & Westside Projects Advanced by Key...
Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) announced today his requests of $14.5 million in federal funds for projects that will address vital needs across the San Fernando Valley and Westside
National Housing Conference applauds housing wins in the newly passed Reconciliation Package
David M. Dworkin, President and CEO of the National Housing Conference (NHC), released the following statement on the passage of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: “The housing
