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PHADA’s 1,900 member housing agencies represent over 1.9 million low-income housing units throughout the United States.
Breaking: The House has voted to advance the FY 26 minibus that includes HUD appropriations, and the President is expected to sign the bill later today. Read PHADA’s analysis at: bit.ly/4arZBRk
February 3, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Breaking: The House has voted to advance the FY 26 minibus that includes HUD appropriations, and the President is expected to sign the bill later today. Read PHADA’s analysis at: bit.ly/4arZBRk
Today, PHADA joined 27 other housing orgs in writing to HUD Secretary Turner and OMB Director Vought, requesting an exemption of the Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements for HUD-supported affordable housing programs. Read the letter: bit.ly/3NWxgd3
January 29, 2026 at 8:58 PM
Today, PHADA joined 27 other housing orgs in writing to HUD Secretary Turner and OMB Director Vought, requesting an exemption of the Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements for HUD-supported affordable housing programs. Read the letter: bit.ly/3NWxgd3
On Dec. 22, 2025, HUD sent a letter to all HAs operating HCV programs, urging immediate actions to reduce costs, even for agencies not in shortfall. PHADA members raised many concerns about that letter, and on Jan. 22, PHADA wrote a response to HUD. Read PHADA's letter at: bit.ly/4qJAkrz
January 27, 2026 at 8:33 PM
On Dec. 22, 2025, HUD sent a letter to all HAs operating HCV programs, urging immediate actions to reduce costs, even for agencies not in shortfall. PHADA members raised many concerns about that letter, and on Jan. 22, PHADA wrote a response to HUD. Read PHADA's letter at: bit.ly/4qJAkrz
On January 21, HUD hosted a Section 3 listening session at HUD HQ, convening grantees and partners to discuss compliance, best practices, and workforce and business development strategies. In attendance: PHADA President John Mahon and Senior Policy Analyst Julie Piccolo.
January 24, 2026 at 12:11 AM
On January 21, HUD hosted a Section 3 listening session at HUD HQ, convening grantees and partners to discuss compliance, best practices, and workforce and business development strategies. In attendance: PHADA President John Mahon and Senior Policy Analyst Julie Piccolo.
Breaking: Congress has released its bipartisan HUD funding bill for Fiscal Year 2026. Includes significant cuts to public housing funding, increases for voucher renewals, and several PHADA-backed policy riders. Read PHADA's analysis at: bit.ly/3ZonV04.
News Alert: Congress Releases Bipartisan HUD Funding Bill
Early this morning, Congressional appropriators issued a bipartisan “minibus” appropriations package, which included the FY 26 Transportation, HUD, and Related Agencies (T-HUD) funding bill. Overall,…
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January 20, 2026 at 9:27 PM
Breaking: Congress has released its bipartisan HUD funding bill for Fiscal Year 2026. Includes significant cuts to public housing funding, increases for voucher renewals, and several PHADA-backed policy riders. Read PHADA's analysis at: bit.ly/3ZonV04.
Congratulations to the 🎓 2026 graduating class of the PHADA-Rutgers Executive Director Education Program (EDEP)! We applaud the graduates for this extraordinary achievement and wish them continued success in their careers as housing professionals. View the list of graduates at: bit.ly/3ooVmhg. #EDEP
January 20, 2026 at 4:07 PM
Congratulations to the 🎓 2026 graduating class of the PHADA-Rutgers Executive Director Education Program (EDEP)! We applaud the graduates for this extraordinary achievement and wish them continued success in their careers as housing professionals. View the list of graduates at: bit.ly/3ooVmhg. #EDEP
We’d like to thank Jerome Ryans and the Tampa Housing Authority Team for hosting our 2026 Commissioners’ Conference last week. They went above and beyond to welcome our attendees to Tampa, to share their expertise, and to inspire attendees on a tour of their new developments. #phadaCC26
January 15, 2026 at 7:31 PM
We’d like to thank Jerome Ryans and the Tampa Housing Authority Team for hosting our 2026 Commissioners’ Conference last week. They went above and beyond to welcome our attendees to Tampa, to share their expertise, and to inspire attendees on a tour of their new developments. #phadaCC26
📢 The Call for Session Proposals is OPEN for PHADA’s 2026 Annual Convention & Exhibition in Chicago, IL this June! Submit your proposal today and help shape an unforgettable event. 📅 Deadline: Friday, January 23; Apply here: bit.ly/PHADAace26CFP #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #phadaACE26
Call for Session Proposals — PHADA 2026 Annual Convention & Exhibition
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January 14, 2026 at 7:42 PM
📢 The Call for Session Proposals is OPEN for PHADA’s 2026 Annual Convention & Exhibition in Chicago, IL this June! Submit your proposal today and help shape an unforgettable event. 📅 Deadline: Friday, January 23; Apply here: bit.ly/PHADAace26CFP #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #phadaACE26
Led by HUD’s former Acting Inspector General, Stephen Begg, this CC26 session examined emerging HUD oversight trends and what they may mean for HA leadership. #phadaCC26
January 6, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Led by HUD’s former Acting Inspector General, Stephen Begg, this CC26 session examined emerging HUD oversight trends and what they may mean for HA leadership. #phadaCC26
Great session at PHADA's CC26 on housing authority self-development with PHADA members Martell Armstrong, Dan Nackerman, and Michael Simelton, plus Don Bernards of Baker Tilly Advisory Group.
January 6, 2026 at 2:25 PM
Great session at PHADA's CC26 on housing authority self-development with PHADA members Martell Armstrong, Dan Nackerman, and Michael Simelton, plus Don Bernards of Baker Tilly Advisory Group.
🔦 CC26 Session Spotlight: Taking the Lead – Empowering PHAs to develop their own affordable housing units. Learn planning, financing & execution strategies from industry leaders. 🕥 Jan 5 | 3:30 PM
#phadaCC26 #Leadership #Governance #AffordableHousing
#phadaCC26 #Leadership #Governance #AffordableHousing
December 18, 2025 at 2:01 PM
🔦 CC26 Session Spotlight: Taking the Lead – Empowering PHAs to develop their own affordable housing units. Learn planning, financing & execution strategies from industry leaders. 🕥 Jan 5 | 3:30 PM
#phadaCC26 #Leadership #Governance #AffordableHousing
#phadaCC26 #Leadership #Governance #AffordableHousing
🔦 CC26 Session Spotlight: Commissioners Roles & Responsibilities Join us at PHADA’s Commissioners’ Conference for practical tips on board oversight, governance, and HUD basics, led by Cydney K. Jones-Ratliff of Allecca Consulting.
#phadaCC26 #Leadership #Governance #AffordableHousing
#phadaCC26 #Leadership #Governance #AffordableHousing
December 17, 2025 at 4:41 PM
🔦 CC26 Session Spotlight: Commissioners Roles & Responsibilities Join us at PHADA’s Commissioners’ Conference for practical tips on board oversight, governance, and HUD basics, led by Cydney K. Jones-Ratliff of Allecca Consulting.
#phadaCC26 #Leadership #Governance #AffordableHousing
#phadaCC26 #Leadership #Governance #AffordableHousing
Last Friday, PHADA and 12 other housing organizations wrote to Congressional appropriators, requesting full funding for voucher renewals in next year’s appropriations. Read the letter on PHADA’s website here: bit.ly/48sVvYs
December 8, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Last Friday, PHADA and 12 other housing organizations wrote to Congressional appropriators, requesting full funding for voucher renewals in next year’s appropriations. Read the letter on PHADA’s website here: bit.ly/48sVvYs
ICYMI: PHADA's Michael Webb was quoted in Novogradac CPAs' Journal of Tax Credits, speaking on the uncertain times faced by PHAs. Read the article here: bit.ly/4pHoygj.
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December 2, 2025 at 5:26 PM
ICYMI: PHADA's Michael Webb was quoted in Novogradac CPAs' Journal of Tax Credits, speaking on the uncertain times faced by PHAs. Read the article here: bit.ly/4pHoygj.
PHADA Exec. & Dep. Directors Tim Kaiser and Crystal Wojciechowski addressed a packed room of housing professionals at the NJ NAHRO mtg. Topics included the recent gov. shutdown, latest on funding, cash mgmt, BABA, NSPIRE, and other important info emanating from Congress and HUD.
November 20, 2025 at 2:48 PM
PHADA Exec. & Dep. Directors Tim Kaiser and Crystal Wojciechowski addressed a packed room of housing professionals at the NJ NAHRO mtg. Topics included the recent gov. shutdown, latest on funding, cash mgmt, BABA, NSPIRE, and other important info emanating from Congress and HUD.
Last night, the Senate began the process to end the shutdown by advancing a Continuing Resolution that funds the government through January 30, 2026. Read PHADA's analysis here: bit.ly/49uDGsX
November 10, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Last night, the Senate began the process to end the shutdown by advancing a Continuing Resolution that funds the government through January 30, 2026. Read PHADA's analysis here: bit.ly/49uDGsX
Check out today’s Commissioners’ Conference Session Spotlight: “From Ideas to Impact: Innovative Strategies to Boost Resident Opportunities” with Rita Heinemann, Norfolk HA; Nathan Simms, Norfolk Redevelopment HA; Larry Williams, HA of Birmingham District; Julie Piccolo, PHADA bit.ly/4qLQvFl
November 10, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Check out today’s Commissioners’ Conference Session Spotlight: “From Ideas to Impact: Innovative Strategies to Boost Resident Opportunities” with Rita Heinemann, Norfolk HA; Nathan Simms, Norfolk Redevelopment HA; Larry Williams, HA of Birmingham District; Julie Piccolo, PHADA bit.ly/4qLQvFl
HUD Extends Jobs Plus Initiative grant deadline. Applications are now due on Dec 29 (bit.ly/4opYztD). Jobs Plus supports job training & financial literacy to public housing residents. #HUD #JobsPlus
November 7, 2025 at 5:31 PM
HUD Extends Jobs Plus Initiative grant deadline. Applications are now due on Dec 29 (bit.ly/4opYztD). Jobs Plus supports job training & financial literacy to public housing residents. #HUD #JobsPlus
At our 2025 Annual Convention, PHADA proudly launched the EDEP Alumni Association! All EDEP grads can join for FREE to stay connected, network, and get updates on alumni events. Haven’t joined yet? Sign up today! buff.ly/UtNig2Y #EDEPAlumni #Leadership #CareerConnections #AlumniNetwork
November 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM
At our 2025 Annual Convention, PHADA proudly launched the EDEP Alumni Association! All EDEP grads can join for FREE to stay connected, network, and get updates on alumni events. Haven’t joined yet? Sign up today! buff.ly/UtNig2Y #EDEPAlumni #Leadership #CareerConnections #AlumniNetwork
As announced this summer, our Executive Director, Tim Kaiser, will be retiring in March 2026. Join us at PHADA’s 2026 Commissioners' Conference in Tampa, FL, when we will celebrate Tim's contributions to PHADA & our industry over the past 35 years. https://bit.ly/3Lc0off
October 30, 2025 at 7:47 PM
As announced this summer, our Executive Director, Tim Kaiser, will be retiring in March 2026. Join us at PHADA’s 2026 Commissioners' Conference in Tampa, FL, when we will celebrate Tim's contributions to PHADA & our industry over the past 35 years. https://bit.ly/3Lc0off
PHADA ED Tim Kaiser, with NYSPHADA Pres Bill Simmons, addressed NY housing professionals in Cooperstown yesterday. Among other topics, he discussed the gov. shutdown, changes in HUD funding rules, and other hot topics.
October 24, 2025 at 12:55 PM
PHADA ED Tim Kaiser, with NYSPHADA Pres Bill Simmons, addressed NY housing professionals in Cooperstown yesterday. Among other topics, he discussed the gov. shutdown, changes in HUD funding rules, and other hot topics.
PHADA is excited to announce that Crystal Wojciechowski has been named as the Association’s incoming Executive Director. Crystal will assume her new position upon the retirement of Executive Director Tim Kaiser in the first quarter of 2026. http://bit.ly/3J1FOgH
October 8, 2025 at 5:54 PM
PHADA is excited to announce that Crystal Wojciechowski has been named as the Association’s incoming Executive Director. Crystal will assume her new position upon the retirement of Executive Director Tim Kaiser in the first quarter of 2026. http://bit.ly/3J1FOgH
Registration is OPEN for PHADA’s Annual Commissioners’ Conference! With uncertainty in DC, now’s the time to connect, learn, and lead together. Join us for timely insights, peer networking, and practical program strategies. https://www.phada.org/CC26
October 6, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Registration is OPEN for PHADA’s Annual Commissioners’ Conference! With uncertainty in DC, now’s the time to connect, learn, and lead together. Join us for timely insights, peer networking, and practical program strategies. https://www.phada.org/CC26
Feeling uncertain about what’s happening in DC? Join PHADA’s policy team for a member-driven Q&A session. Bring your questions or submit them in advance—get real-time insights that matter to your agency! Members, check your inboxes for the registration link. #AffordableHousing
October 3, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Feeling uncertain about what’s happening in DC? Join PHADA’s policy team for a member-driven Q&A session. Bring your questions or submit them in advance—get real-time insights that matter to your agency! Members, check your inboxes for the registration link. #AffordableHousing
The federal government began a complete shutdown at midnight this morning. PHADA continues to monitor developments and has posted this analysis and resources: https://bit.ly/3WiOvWW
October 1, 2025 at 3:38 PM
The federal government began a complete shutdown at midnight this morning. PHADA continues to monitor developments and has posted this analysis and resources: https://bit.ly/3WiOvWW