Legislative & Policy

The federal government has yet to agree and finalize Fiscal Year 2026 spending bills. Government funding expires on October 1, 2025, and the government is likely to shut down on that date if Congress does not pass legislation to extend current funding levels. 

Earlier this week, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) notified government agencies to prepare for mass firings if the government does shut down. HUD has yet to release its contingency plan to provide public housing authorities guidance to operate in the absence of federal funding.  

Request Greater Flexibility for PHAs to Manage Portfolio

The Council of Large Public Housing Authorities (CLPHA) commends the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee for introducing the Road to Housing Act of 2025. This legislation represents a significant step forward in recognizing the scale and complexity of the housing challenges we face. We are particularly pleased to see bipartisan collaboration on a bill that spans multiple titles and reflects years of advocacy by CLPHA and our partners.