#ICYMI: We're hearing that there's an impending vote on the “21st Century ROAD to Housing Act." See our statement on the recent act, and what it means for low-income renters: nlihc.org/news/statement-nli…

June is #HomeownershipMonth—a time to spotlight the challenges and opportunities in making homeownership accessible for all. Affordable housing developers are facing mounting headwinds from rising costs and limited resources. As LISC data notes, “As demand for affordable housing spools up and cost constraints squeeze new supply, maintaining enough below-market-rate units is a struggle.” At #NLIHC, we’re committed to advancing policies that ensure people with the lowest incomes have access to affordable, quality homes. This Homeownership Month, let’s work together to address these challenges and expand opportunities for all: housingwire.com/articles/aff…

In order to properly address the #HousingCrisis, we have to know what we're up against. Do you know much do you need to earn to afford a modest apartment in your state? Find the answer to that question for your state in our report, "Out of Reach 2025:" nlihc.org/oor #OOR25

The U.S. House Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance convened a hearing entitled "Examining Local Needs in Disaster Recovery." During this hearing, HUD's Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery program was reviewed, with particular attention to the streamlining of recovery processes and the enhancement of support for communities affected by disasters. See the full hearing here: nlihc.org/resource/house-fin…

Memo: Reconciliation 2.0; Comment on Rollback of LGBTQ Protections; Funding Freeze for LA Homeless Services; Join Thursday's OSAH Webinar; and More: mailchi.mp/nlihc/memo_061526

Representatives Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Chris Pappas (D-NH), and Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) reintroduced the “Frank Adelmann Manufactured Housing Community Sustainability Act.” The bill would incentivize owners of manufactured housing communities who are interested in selling their MHC to sell either to the community residents or a nonprofit, rather than another developer. Read more here: nlihc.org/resource/represent…

The Corporation for Supportive Housing, Casey Family Programs, and Chapin Hall released a report, “Housing as a Foundational Element of Family Well-Being,” sharing key insights a 2025 six-month national learning collaborative. The report highlights that housing hardship is one of the most reliable predictors of involvement with the child welfare system, and cost burden and housing instability are strong predictors of investigated child neglect reports. Read the full report: nlihc.org/resource/new-repor…

Senate Republicans Pass Reconciliation Bill After Marathon Amendment Voting Session, Including Failed Vote on “SAVE Act." More here: nlihc.org/resource/senate-re…

The Connection: News and Updates from NLIHC for the Week of June 8 - mailchi.mp/nlihc/connection_…

New research from Advocates for Trans Equality and the National Alliance to End Homelessness reveals that transgender people face disproportionately high rates of homelessness and shelter discrimination, affirming the need for anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ people experiencing homelessness. Advocates are encouraged to comment on HUD’s recent NPRM, which seeks to roll back the Equal Access Rule. Learn more and take action by June 29: nlihc.org/resource/new-resea…

Join us today at 3:00 pm for the next State and Local Tenant Protections Network call! Housing advocates and researchers will share ways to advance stronger habitability protections for renters in Spokane and Houston. Register here: ow.ly/Nrhm50Z9XLm

#ICYMI In March, @SAHForg released two reports documenting the benefits of resident services in #affordablehousing properties. 1) was produced in partnership with Abt Global, demonstrates the benefits to property financial and operating performance. 2) emphasized improved outcomes for residents. Read more here nlihc.org/resource/sahf-and-…

In a new plan, the Trump administration has proposed a shift in large sums of federal aid from long-term housing to time-limited programs that emphasize treatment for mental illness and addiction. However, this turn away from long-term housing aid “...will still have the effect of displacing tens of thousands of people and putting up new barriers to assistance…” says NLIHC’s VP for Public Policy David Gonzalez Rice. nytimes.com/2026/06/02/us/po…

Tomorrow (6/11) at 3:00 pm ET, join the #NLIHC for the State and Local Tenant Protections Network call! State and local housing advocates and researchers will share ways to advance stronger habitability protections for renters in Spokane, Washington, and in Houston, Texas. Learn more and register today: nlihc.org/resource/join-nlih…

#FactOfTheWeek: Renter Households that Include a Person with a Disability Experience Higher Rates of Housing Quality Issues Compared to Non-Disability Renter Households

Applications are now open for #NLIHC’s inaugural Organizing Fellowship! This intensive, nine-session program will train advocates on the fundamentals of community organizing. Learn more and apply today! ow.ly/csom50Z90hA

A recent op-ed from Harper, a junior at Westminster University, documented their experience as a college student navigating homelessness and housing insecurity. Harper shares how she wanted to stay enrolled in school, "but I was exhausted by constantly disclosing my situation just to be turned away. I was ready to just call it quits.” Harper will join other leaders in the housing affordability field on June 18 at 3pm ET to discuss homelessness and housing insecurity among college students. Register today to hear more: ow.ly/p5Wq50Z5FzL

TODAY, June 8 at 3pmET, join the next #OurHomesOurVotes webinar: Mobilizing Voters After Louisiana v. Callais: Nonpartisan Action Steps for 2026! This webinar will provide concrete, practical voter outreach strategies following the United States Supreme Court’s ruling. Register here: tr.ee/Co1pI8

In states across the South, coalitions that include housing justice advocates, tenant leaders, and legal service providers are coming together to oppose anti-tenant policies and advance tenant rights. Read more from NLIHC’s Research Analyst Nada Hussein: shelterforce.org/2026/06/03/…

"Will Congress Pass the Housing Bill?" prospect.org/2026/05/26/will…