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@LISC_HQ's Policy Department supports the public policies and resources needed for comprehensive community development.
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The ROAD to Housing Act is the most significant housing supply legislation enacted in decades—but how do we turn it into more affordable homes? LISC’s Mark Kudlowitz breaks down the key provisions and next steps for implementation. lisc.org/our-stories/story/h…
The ROAD to Housing Act has bipartisan support—but will it actually increase housing supply? LISC’s Mark Kudlowitz breaks down what’s changed under the new law and how it could reduce friction in housing development. Read more: shelterforce.org/2026/10/01/…
LISC thanks @SenLBR, @RepShontelBrown, and @RepCarlos for introducing the bipartisan Affordable Housing Preservation & Protection Act. The bill would provide resources to improve and preserve HUD-assisted affordable housing.bluntrochester.senate.gov/ne…
LISC is proud to sponsor @CBCFInc’s Annual Legislative Conference! LISC’s Deanna Hamilton joined @RepNikema’s “Unlocking Homeownership in Black Communities” panel to discuss the changing housing landscape/the importance of protecting homes that help Black communities grow. #ALC55
Cuts to DOJ funding hinder violent crime reduction efforts in rural communities. LISC's Matt Perkins & Julianne Dunn discuss how the Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative strengthens community safety with funding, training, and TA. Listen here: wabe.org/crime-reduction-eff…
LISC thanks Sen. @ChrisCoons for introducing the Allowing Steady Savings by Eliminating Tests (ASSET) Act of 2026. This bill would protect low-income Americans from losing access to government assistance programs due to arbitrary asset limits:coons.senate.gov/news/press-…
LISC & @LISC_SD thank @RepScottPeters & @RepBrianFitz for introducing the Affordable Housing Incentives Act. The bill would offer a tax deferral for rental housing owners that sell their property to affordable housing & homeless service providers: scottpeters.house.gov/press-…
The enactment of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is a major bipartisan step on housing. LISC President & CEO Michael Pugh: “This legislation demonstrates what is possible through collaboration & shared commitment.”
More: lisc.org/our-stories/story/l…
LISC thanks @RepLiccardo & @RepTimmons for introducing the Ounce of Prevention Act. This bill would allow Community Development Block Grant funding to be utilized for pre-disaster risk mitigation, providing local communities flexibility to meet those needs.liccardo.house.gov/media/pre…
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act will give communities more tools to tackle the affordable housing crisis & expand opportunity. We’re proud to have helped shape key provisions and we applaud Congress for advancing housing solutions for all. lisc.org/our-stories/story/l…
LISC thanks @RepShontelBrown for introducing the Housing Supply Fund Act. This bill would create a competitive grant program to increase resources for the production/preservation of affordable housing, which is needed in our communities. Read more here:
shontelbrown.house.gov/media…
The @BPCAction will host its annual Terwilliger Center Summit on Housing Supply Solutions. The summit will include thought leaders, policymakers, & housing providers to identify bipartisan solutions on the affordable homes shortage. Learn more here: bit.ly/47xpduv.
Rural families are at risk of losing their affordable homes unless Congress passes the Rural Housing Service Reform Act. Read more as LISC's Mark Kudlowiz explains how the bill can help revitalize & preserve USDA’s Rural Housing Service Section 515 program:shelterforce.org/2026/05/13/…
LISC and @LISC_Houston applaud @RepSylviaGarcia for introducing the Improving Access to Financial Coaching Act. Read more on the bill and how advancing financial coaching would help people build stability and achieve their financial goals: lisc.org/our-stories/story/o…
LISC’S Mark Kudlowitz joined @NALHFAnews to discuss federal housing policy updates & how LISC is working with local housing finance agencies to increase affordable housing options. Listen to the podcast episode here: creators.spotify.com/pod/pro…
Join the @NHIACoalition 4/17 at 1:30pm ET for a webinar exploring how the NHIA would boost the supply of affordable homes & increase homeownership for lower income homeowners. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
The shortage of single-family homes & rising housing costs has pushed homeownership out of reach for first-time buyers. Hear from LISC’s Matt Josephs & the @NHIACoalition on how the NHIA would boost the supply of affordable homes & increase homeownership: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
Join the 2026 CDFA Federal Policy Conference to explore how federal policies shape development finance. Hear from LISC's Matt Josephs on how New Markets Tax Credits can support revitalization efforts in distressed rural and urban communities: cdfa.net/e/fpc2026
LISC applauds the Senate for overwhelmingly passing the bipartisan housing package today. We call on Congress to send it to the President and enact it into law so more affordable housing can be built and preserved.
LISC thanks Sens. @SteveDaines & @MarkWarner for introducing the AFFORD Act. This bill will streamline CDFI Fund programs & strengthen its role in improving capital access & economic development in underserved communities. daines.senate.gov/2026/02/26…