Legislative & Policy
Congress Passes Second Short-Term Bill to Keep Government Open
On December 2, the U.S House of Representatives passed H.R. 6119, the “Further Extending Government Act,” on a mostly partisan vote of 221-212. The legislation, a “continuing resolution” (“CR”) of funding levels from fiscal year 2021 (FY21), is the second CR of FY22 to extend funding designed to forestall the federal government from running out of funds. Since none of the twelve FY22 appropriations bills were passed by Congress, a CR is necessary to prevent the government from shutting down, impacting federal programs and personnel.
Build Back Better Funds Will Improve Living Conditions for 13,550 Residents and Expand Housing Opportunities for Up to 12,400 Households in Baltimore
Editor’s Note: This article is the first in a series on how Build Back Better Act funds will help public housing authorities better serve their residents and communities.
EHV Updates: EHV FAQ v.7 and EHV Dashboard Released
HUD Issues New FAQs on Federal COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates
HUD Issues Guidance on CARES Act Waiver Expiration
CLPHA Applauds House Passage of the Build Back Better Act with $150 Billion Slated for Affordable Housing
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HUD Reports to Congress on Voucher Usage
HUD Reports to Congress on Voucher Usage
CLPHA, MTW Collaborative Urge White House, Congressional Leadership to Keep LIHTC Investments in BBB Legislation
In a joint letter sent today, CLPHA and the MTW Collaborative strongly urged President Joe Biden, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to maintain investments in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program as part of the historic Build Back Better legislation.