A.G. Schneiderman Announces Additional $20 Million For Homeowner Protection Program, Plus New Grant Program...
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today announced an additional $20 million in funding for the fifth year of his Homeowner Protection Program (HOPP), as well as the launch of the Foreclosure Rescue Scam Prevention Initiative, a new grant program th...
Boston Bar Foundation Awards $380,000 in Grants to Eight Legal Services Organizations
Existing-home sales are forecast to muster only a small gain in 2017 because of incre the charitable affiliate of the Boston Bar Association – announced today that it will provide $380,000 in grants to eight community organizations that work to provide legal services to those in need. The funding – which was distributed to the BBF from the Massachusetts Interest on Lawyers Trust Accounts (IOLTA) – stems from Bank of America’s (BOA) 2014 settlement for the bank’s involvement in residential mortgage-backed securities and other unlawful conduct that contributed to the housing/financial crisis
Mayor Martin J. Walsh, HUD Deputy Secretary Nani Coloretti Announce $30 Million Grant to...
Mayor Martin J. Walsh today joined U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Deputy Secretary Nani Coloretti, the Boston Housing Authority, Department of Neighborhood Development, Preservation of Affordable Housing, Madison Park Developmen...
Wasserman Schultz Statement on Passage of WRDA
U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement after the passage of the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act
Florida Realtors®: Deck the Halls Safely This Holiday Season
As you’re decking the halls this holiday season, be sure you’re doing it safely. Here are some tips from Florida Realtors® to help you prepare your home for a happy holiday.
QUIGLEY STATEMENT ON NOMINATION OF RICK PERRY FOR ENERGY SECRETARY
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), a member of the Sustainable Energy & Environment Coalition, released the following statement on the announcement that Former Governor of Texas Rick Perry will be President-Elect Trump’s nominee for Secretary of the Department of Energy
The Boulder Group Arranges Sale of Single Tenant Net Lease First Mid-Illinois Bank Property
The Boulder Group, a net leased investment brokerage firm, has completed the sale of a single tenant First Mid-Illinois Bank & Trust property located at 300 South Division Street in Carterville, Illinois for $1,075,000
CHA prepares for bitter cold
As bitter cold sets in this week in Chicago, the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) is preparing to ensure all of its residents stay safe, warm and comfortable.
Congressman Norcross Announces Funding Grant for Camden Housing Development
Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today announced a $432,484 Federal Home Loan Bank of New York 2016 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grant for the construction of the new, low-income Branch Village Midrise residences in the City of Camden.
DCA to Host Housing Resource Fair in Bergen County for Sandy-Impacted Residents
The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) today announced a free Housing Resource Fair will be held Tuesday, December 13, 2016, in Little Ferry, Bergen County, to provide Sandy-impacted residents with information about available housing reso...
EDA to Launch Expanded Real Estate Impact Fund to Foster Revitalization of Underutilized Sites
To stimulate the redevelopment of underutilized properties and catalyze future development opportunities in strategic urban areas, the Board of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) today approved an expansion of its Real Estate Impact Fu...
Following Tragedy, Comptroller Stringer Calls on the City to Create a Roadmap to Tackle...
Following the tragic death of two children in the Bronx yesterday, New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer today called for the City to release a roadmap to solving the homelessness crisis
Higgins Says Approval of Water Legislation Is Good News For Western New York
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced approval of the Water Resources Development Act (S. 612) delivering support for projects enhancing local waterways, improving water infrastructure and rebuilding the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo Distr...
HPD COMMISSIONER BEEN AND HDC PRESIDENT ENDERLIN ANNOUNCE HOUSING LOTTERY FOR 100 NEWLY CONSTRUCTED...
Lottery applications are now being accepted for 44-19 Rockaway Beach Boulevard, a mixed-income development affordable to individuals earning a minimum annual income of $23,726 for an individual and up to $94,590 for a household of six
Today: A.G. Schneiderman To Announce Additional Homeowner Protection Funding, Launch New Initiative To Prevent...
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman will announce an additional large-scale investment in his Homeowner Protection Program and launch a new grant program to target outreach, education, and referral services to New Yorkers most vulnerable to foreclosu...
GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES NEW ACTIONS TO ASSIST HOMEOWNERS FACING FORECLOSURE AND HOLD BANKS AND...
Consumer Bill of Rights and Final Regulation and are Final Pieces of Sweeping Legislation Signed by Governor Cuomo to Assist Homeowners Facing Foreclosure. Actions Combat Blight Created by Vacant and Abandoned Properties across New York State
Lipinski Helps House Pass Water Infrastructure Bill to Boost Economy and Protect the Environment
Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3) helped the House pass the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act (WINN), formerly known as the Water Resources Development Act or WRDA. The bill authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to develop and maintain America’s vital inland water infrastructure, including the locks and dams that mitigate flooding and facilitate commerce along the Chicago Ship and Sanitary Canal which runs through the Third Congressional District.
House Keeps Promise, Reauthorizes Another Water Resources Bill
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Ill.) today released this statement after the House passed the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act, which includes the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA). This bill is expected to be signed into law...
House Votes to Invest in Waterway Infrastructure
The House passed legislation that addresses the needs of waterways infrastructure throughout the country. Following votes, Congressman Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) released this statement
2nd Annual West Coast Mayors Summit Addresses Infrastructure and Resiliency
Mayors gathered to discuss their shared commitment to upgrade and protect our cities’ aging infrastructure and improve resiliency for our communities against the threat of natural and human-made disasters. This is the second day of discussions at the 2nd annual West Coast Mayors Summit hosted in San Francisco
Clawson Supports WIIN Act to Fund Water Projects Vital to South Florida
Last week, the House of Representatives passed S. 612, the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act, with a vote of 360-61. This bill is the compromise legislation to reconcile differences between the House and Senate versions of the...
Ros-Lehtinen Discusses Plans For New VA Outpatient Clinic With Leaders Of Homestead Air Reserve...
U.S. Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (FL-27) made the following statement following her meeting with leaders of Homestead Air Reserve Base and the Miami VA Medical Center to discuss proposed plans for a new Miami VA outpatient clinic. Present in the meeting...
U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor announces $1.6 million in recovered federal benefits for Tampa Bay...
With the help of U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL14), hundreds of veterans, seniors, troops, families and neighbors in the Tampa Bay area recovered more than $1.6 million in unpaid federal benefits in 2016. Nearly half—$773,132—was owed to our local veterans for benefits they have earned.
CHA receives HUD grant to help CHA youth with student aid navigation, financial literacy
The Chicago Housing Authority has received $452,000 as part of a federal grant to help young people living in public housing apply for federal student aid and other post-secondary education opportunities.
Financial Services Members Move the Needle Forward on Housing Finance Reform
Thursday, two bills were introduced by a bipartisan group of members on the House Financial Services Committee to lay the groundwork for housing finance reform next Congress -- H.R. 6500, the Moving Housing Forward Act, introduced by Congressmen John K...
Costa, Local Ag Leaders Urge Senate to Pass California Water Legislation
Rep. Jim Costa (CA-16) and Valley water and agriculture leaders held a press conference to urge the United States Senate to support the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act with language to assist in reducing the impacts of California’s drought crisis and to build additional long-term drought resiliency
32BJ SEIU Endorses Phil Murphy for Governor of New Jersey
Newark 32BJ SEIU, the largest property services union in the country, is supporting Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Phil Murphy. 32BJ SEIU Vice President and New Jersey State Director Kevin Brown made the announcement today on behalf of the union’s nearly 12,000 New Jersey members.
Senators Markey and Merkley Lead Effort Calling for 100% Clean and Renewable Energy by...
Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Oreg.) today introduced a Senate resolution calling for generating 100 percent of the electricity consumed in the United States from clean and renewable energy resources by 2050. The resolution p...
Landmark California Drought Relief Legislation Heads to Senat
U.S. Representative Ed Royce (R-Fullerton) voted for S. 612, the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act, legislation to alleviate water shortages in California. The landmark compromise is the result of negotiations between Californ...
Private and Public Sources Have Invested $56 Million in Downtown Framingham
Downtown Framingham has experienced $56 million in investment from both public and private sources in the past few years, the Town of Framingham announced today. Those numbers include transportation and utility infrastructure upgrades as well as expans...
