Housing Supply and Affordability Act
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Housing Supply and Affordability Act This bill allows the Department of Housing and Urban Development to award grants to states, local governments, Indian tribes, and Native Hawaiian organizations for the development and implementation of housing policy plans. These plans must increase the housing supply while avoiding resident displacement, increase housing affordability, and reduce barriers to housing development. The amounts provided by the bill are designated as an emergency requirement pursuant to the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (PAYGO) and the Senate PAYGO rule. (This excludes the budget effects from being counted for the purposes of enforcing the PAYGO rules.)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Introduced in Senate
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2023 · second_quarter · Housing
Lobbied in support of the reintroduction of Housing Supply and Affordability Act ( H.R. 2126/ S. 902-117) Submitted comments to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing rule. Lobbied in support of the Yes In My Backyard Act (H.R. 3507/S. 1688)
Client expense: $270,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2023 · second_quarter · Housing
Lobbied in support of the reintroduction of Housing Supply and Affordability Act ( H.R. 2126/ S. 902-117) Submitted comments to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on the Community Development Block Grant- Disaster Recovery program and the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing rule. Met with HUD Deputy Secretary Todman to discuss housing affordability and sustainable housing design.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2023 · first_quarter · Housing
Lobbied in support of the reintroduction of Housing Supply and Affordability Act ( H.R. 2126/ S. 902-117) Submitted comments to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on the Community Development Block Grant- Disaster Recovery program and the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing rule. Met with HUD Deputy Secretary Todman to discuss housing affordability and sustainable housing design.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2023 · first_quarter · Housing
Lobbied in support of the reintroduction of Housing Supply and Affordability Act ( H.R. 2126/ S. 902-117) Submitted comments to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on the Community Development Block Grant- Disaster Recovery program and the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing rule. Met with HUD Deputy Secretary Todman to discuss housing affordability and sustainable housing design.
Client expense: $310,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · second_quarter · Housing
Housing (Michael Kelley, Michele Stockwell) House and Senate Issues/Topics Affordable housing Housing finance reform Housing vouchers Rental assistance Special purpose credit programs Low-income housing tax credit Fair housing Public housing Foreclosure/eviction prevention Disaster recovery Zoning reform Bills H.R. 2573/S. 1136, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act H.R. 6880/S. 1820, the Choice in Affordable Housing Act H.R. 492, the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act H.R. 876/S.612, the Improving Housing Outcomes for Veterans Act H.R. 1257, the Homeless Veterans CREDIT Act H.R. 2419, the Affordable Housing for Homeless Veterans Act S. 1838, the Building Credit Access for Veterans Act S. 2172, the Building Solutions for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Act H.R. 240, the Homeless Veterans with Children Reintegration Act H.R. 5606, the Return Home to Housing Act H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act H.R. 5301 H.R. 4707/S. 2471, the Reforming Disaster Recovery Act S. 2182, the Eviction Crisis Act H.R. 4495, the Down payment Toward Equity Act H.R. 1728, the Investment and Strategy in Rural Housing Preservation Act S. 1991, the Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act S. 98/H.R. 2143, the Neighborhood Home Investment Act S. 2190, the Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act S. 902, the Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 2797, the LIFT Homebuyers Act
Client expense: $630,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2022 · fourth_quarter · Housing
Issues/Topics Affordable housing Housing finance reform Housing vouchers Rental assistance Low-income housing tax credit Fair housing Public housing Foreclosure/eviction prevention Disaster recovery Zoning reform Construction innovation Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Bills H.R. 2573 / S. 1136, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act H.R. 6880 / S. 1820, the Choice in Affordable Housing Act H.R. 492, the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act H.R. 876 / S.612, the Improving Housing Outcomes for Veterans Act H.R. 1257, the Homeless Veterans CREDIT Act H.R. 2419, the Affordable Housing for Homeless Veterans Act S. 1838, the Building Credit Access for Veterans Act S. 2172, the Building Solutions for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Act H.R. 240, the Homeless Veterans with Children Reintegration Act H.R. 5606, the Return Home to Housing Act H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act H.R. 5301, To amend title 38, United States Code H.R. 4707 / S. 2471, the Reforming Disaster Recovery Act S. 2182, the Eviction Crisis Act H.R. 4495, the Down Payment Toward Equity Act H.R. 1728, the Investment and Strategy in Rural Housing Preservation Act S. 1991, the Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act H.R. 2143 / S. 98, the Neighborhood Home Investment Act S. 2190, the Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act S. 902, the Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 2797, the LIFT Homebuyers Act S. 4445, the Affordable Housing Bond Enhancement Act H.R. 3323 / S. 1684, the Federal Home Loan Banks' Mission Implementation Act H.R. 7078 / S. 4181, the LIFELINE Act H.R. 5376, the Reduction Act
Client expense: $960,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · fourth_quarter · Housing
Issues/Topics Affordable housing Housing finance reform Housing vouchers Rental assistance Low-income housing tax credit Fair housing Public housing Foreclosure/eviction prevention Disaster recovery Zoning reform Construction innovation Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Bills H.R. 2573 / S. 1136, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act H.R. 6880 / S. 1820, the Choice in Affordable Housing Act H.R. 492, the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act H.R. 876 / S.612, the Improving Housing Outcomes for Veterans Act H.R. 1257, the Homeless Veterans CREDIT Act H.R. 2419, the Affordable Housing for Homeless Veterans Act S. 1838, the Building Credit Access for Veterans Act S. 2172, the Building Solutions for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Act H.R. 240, the Homeless Veterans with Children Reintegration Act H.R. 5606, the Return Home to Housing Act H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act H.R. 5301, To amend title 38, United States Code H.R. 4707 / S. 2471, the Reforming Disaster Recovery Act S. 2182, the Eviction Crisis Act H.R. 4495, the Down Payment Toward Equity Act H.R. 1728, the Investment and Strategy in Rural Housing Preservation Act S. 1991, the Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act H.R. 2143 / S. 98, the Neighborhood Home Investment Act S. 2190, the Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act S. 902, the Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 2797, the LIFT Homebuyers Act S. 4445, the Affordable Housing Bond Enhancement Act H.R. 3323 / S. 1684, the Federal Home Loan Banks' Mission Implementation Act H.R. 7078 / S. 4181, the LIFELINE Act H.R. 5376, the Reduction Act
Client expense: $870,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · fourth_quarter · Housing
H.R. 2483/S. 3237, Build More Housing Near Transit Act of 2021; H.R. 2126/S. 902, Housing Supply and Affordability Act; H.R. 3198/S. 1614, Yes in my Backyard Act; H.R. 6307, Tiny Homes for Homeless Veterans; Housing, Opportunity, Mobility, and Equity (HOME) Act; Build Back Better; S. 768, Better Planning and Land-Use for Accessible Neighborhoods Act; H.R. 1615, Maximizing Our Redevelopment and Efficiency for Transit Oriented Development (More TOD) Act of 2021; Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act; H.R. 2573/S. 1136, Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2021; H.R. 2143/S. 98, Neighborhood Homes Investment Act; H.R. 3680, Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act; H.R. 816, Restoring Communities Left Behind Act; H.R. 1483, Revitalizing Economies, Housing, And Businesses (REHAB) Act of 2021; H.R. 1360, American Dream Down Payment Act of 2021; S. 1820, Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2021; H.R. 1728, Strategy and Investment in Rural Housing Preservation Act of 2021; S. 2256, Charitable Conservation Easement Program Integrity Act of 2021; Housing tax credits; Community Development Block Grant program; Surface Transportation Black Grant program; Accessory Dwelling Units; Appointing Solomon Greene to the Office of Policy Development and Research at the Department of Housing and Urban Development; FY23 Appropriations; H.R. 2543, Federal Reserve Racial and Economic Equity Act; H.R. 4759/S. 2511, Revitalizing Downtowns Act; H.R. 7078, LIHTC Financing Enabling Long-term Investment in Neighborhood Excellence (LIFELINE) Act; S. 4485, Fair Housing Improvement Act of 2022; H.R. 5756, Portal for Appraisal Licensing Act of 2021; S. 4062, Helping Open Underutilized Space to Ensure Shelter (HOUSES) Act of 2022.
Client expense: $140,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · fourth_quarter · Housing
Lobbied on the importance of building codes in affordable housing. No bill number. Lobbied for the Green Neighborhoods Act. (H.R. 4155) Lobbied for the reintroduction of the Yes In My Backyard Act. (H.R. 3198/S. 1614) Lobbied for the Housing Supply and Affordability Act, (H.R. 2126/S. 902) Lobbied for the Build More Housing Near Transit Act (H.R. 4307) Lobbied for the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (H.R. 2573/S. 1136) Lobbied for the Neighborhood Homes Investment Act (S. 98/H.R. 2143) Lobbied for HOPE for HOMES Act of 2021 (S. 1768/H.R. 3456) Lobbied in support of The Infrastructure Investment in Jobs Act of 2021 (H.R. 3684) Lobbied for housing investment in Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169).
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · fourth_quarter · Housing
H.R. 68 - Housing Fairness Act - The bill would increase HUDs Fair Housing Initiatives Program by $18 million with the bulk of funds directed to increased discrimination testing under the Private Enforcement Initiative. H.R. 1319 - The American Rescue Plan Act - C.A.R. advocated for financial support for mom-and-pop landlords, the paycheck protection program, and assistance for struggling homeowners. H.R. 1836 - Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act - C.A.R. discussed the provision of the bill that increased and extended fees on VA home loans. H.R. 2126 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act - Will create a housing grant program that state and local governments can apply for to create more housing units. H.R. 3684 - INVEST in America Act - C.A.R. advocated against the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac fee in the bill used to offset the cost. H.R. 4495 - Downpayment Toward Equity Act - Would provide downpayment assistance for first-generation homebuyers. H.R. 5915 - FHA Fairness Act - Would increase FHA loan limits in certain counties. H.R. 8360 - Housing Oversight and Mitigating Exploitation Act - The is intended to address and deter institutional investors from purchasing single family resident homes. S. 769 - Housing Fairness Act - The bill would increase HUDs Fair Housing Initiatives Program by $18 million with the bulk of funds directed to increased discrimination testing under the Private Enforcement Initiative S. 902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act - Will create a housing grant program that state and local governments can apply for to create more housing units. S. Con. Res. 14 - The Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2022 - C.A.R. advocated in support of housing provisions that would create incentive for additional housing units, increase funding for Fair Housing enforcement and provide downpayment assistance. C.A.R. advocated on the topic of making housing a part of infrastructure and transportation. C.A.R. advocated to Congress and has submitted comments to HUD asking the FHA and HUD to reduce the FHA mortgage insurance premium and stop the life of the loan premium. C.A.R. advocated for the elimination of risk based pricing by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. C.A.R. advocated for the reform of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to bring them out of conservatorship. C.A.R. advocated for an increase in funding for HUD's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity. C.A.R. worked with Congress to improve the Emergency Rental Assistance program. C.A.R. advocated on the implementation of new condominium Questionnaire and rules for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans. C.A.R. advocated on the FHFA announced "Targeted Increases to Enterprise Pricing Framework" that increased fees on conforming jumbo and second/vacation mortgages for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans. C.A.R. discussed the issue of how much federal affordable housing funding went to homeownership programs. This included the Community Development Block Program, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, and the HOME program. C.A.R. advocated for the removal of FHA Home Equity Conversion Mortgage from the FHA's Forward Mortgage reserve calculation in determining the minimum Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund reserve. C.A.R. discussed the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity report. C.A.R. discussed appraisal waivers and desktop appraisals, and their impact in California's real estate market.
2022 · fourth_quarter · Transportation
Infrastructure HR2483 - Build More Transit Near Housing Act HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 HR2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 HR3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 S902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act S1931 - Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021 Communications with the House and Senate to discuss housing as infrastructure.
Client expense: $25,260,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · fourth_quarter · Housing
Fair housing protections HR5 - Equality Act HR68 - Housing Fairness Act of 2021 HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 HR2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 S769 - Housing Fairness Act of 2021 S2549 - Mapping Housing Discrimination Act Conversations with the House of Representatives regarding increased funding for fair housing enforcement in the FY2022 THUD appropriations bill Conversations with the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate regarding Fair Housing issues. VA Loan Programs HR8616 - VA Loan Informed Disclosure Act of 2022 Communications with Congress regarding the VA Home Loan Guarantee program and VA Lending. Discussions with the House Veterans' Affairs Committee regarding the draft "VA Housing Loan Forever Act of 2022" Down-payment Assistance HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 HR8340 - Educator Down Payment Assistance Act Discussions with the House of Representatives and the Senate about down-payment assistance programs. CDC Eviction Moratorium/Emergency Rental Assistance Program Funding HR5196 - Expanding Assistance to Renters and Landlords Act of 2021 COVID-19 Relief HR2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 S404 - Coronavirus Housing Counseling Improvement Act FHA Programs HR1395 - Housing Financial Literacy Act of 2021 HR1532 - Improving FHA Support for Small-Dollar Mortgages Act of 2021 HR3172 - Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder Act of 2021 HR6880 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2022 S2131 - Improving FHA Support for Small-Dollar Mortgages Act of 2021 Conversations with the House of Representatives and Senate regarding FHA and HUD programs. Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization HR1620 - Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2021 HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 S527 - Protecting Domestic Violence and Stalking Victims Act of 2021 S3623 - Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2021 Discrimination in Valuations HR2553 - Real Estate Valuation Fairness and Improvement Act of 2021 Appraisal/FHA Programs Discussions with the Senate on proposed legislation to amend the National Housing Act to authorize State-licensed appraisers to conduct appraisals in connection with mortgages insured by the FHA and to ensure compliance with the existing appraiser education and competency requirements, and for other purposes. Affordable Housing HR2126 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 HR2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 HR5305 - Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 HR8294 - Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023 S902 - A bill to authorize a grant program for the development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans, and for other purposes. S1820 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2021 Communications with Congressional leadership re: housing affordability issues Unlocking Possibilities Program HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 FHFA Leadership Letter to the Senate in support of confirming Sandra Thompson as director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). FHA Leadership Communications with the U.S. Senate in support of the nomination of Julia Gordon as Commissioner. Rural Housing HR5305 - Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act Rental Housing HR5305 - Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 HR9062 - Respect State Housing Laws Act Communications with the House Financial Services Committee regarding the impact of inflation and the housing supply shortage on rental housing. Housing Choice Vouchers HR2617 - Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023 S1820 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2021 Conversations with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding appraisal bias, homeownership initiatives, condominium guidance, the Housing Choice Voucher program, Title 1 loan limits, small balance lending, loan limits for FHA multifamily, FHLB modernization, mortgage insurance premiums, FHA loans, appraisals, Violence Against Women Act regulations, Inflation Reduction Act implementation, and rental housing issues. Conversations with the White House real estate and housing policy, affordable housing supply, the Housing Choice Voucher program, and rental housing and property management issues. Discussions with the U.S. Treasury Department regarding rental housing and property management issues. Conversations with the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) regarding condominium guidelines, and rental housing and property management issues. Conversations with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding the VA loan guaranty program.
2022 · fourth_quarter · Housing
COVID-19 issues as affecting the rental housing industry; eviction moratoria; CARES Act 30-day notice-to-vacate; rental assistance; Section 8 reform; local barriers to development; housing affordability; H.R.1620 - Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2021; issues related to transportation and infrastructure; HR 6880 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act; H.R. 3680 - Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act; H.R.3198 - Yes In My Backyard Act; S.902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act; H.R. 4496 - Ending Homelessness Act; tax issues, including carried interest, 1031 like-kind exchanges; capital gains taxation and estate tax; Labor issues, including Davis-Bacon wage requirements; Development issues, including conversion of commercial properties to housing; National Flood Insurance Program; Resident Screening; Beneficial Interest; pandemic risk insurance; H.R.9062 - Respect State Housing Laws Act; resident-centered property management practices
Client expense: $460,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · fourth_quarter · Housing
Lobbied on the importance of building codes in affordable housing. No bill number. Lobbied for the Green Neighborhoods Act. (H.R. 4155). Lobbied for the reintroduction of the Yes In My Backyard Act (H.R. 3198/ S. 1614) Lobbied for the Housing Supply and Affordability Act (H.R. 2126/ S. 902) Lobbied for the Build More Housing Near Transit Act (H.R. 4307) Lobbied for the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (H.R. 2573/ S. 1136) Lobbied for the Neighborhood Home Investment Act (S. 98/H.R. 2143)
Client expense: $240,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · third_quarter · Housing
Issues/Topics Affordable housing Housing finance reform Housing vouchers Rental assistance Special purpose credit programs Low-income housing tax credit Fair housing Public housing Foreclosure/eviction prevention Disaster recovery Zoning reform Construction innovation Bills H.R. 2573 / S. 1136, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act H.R. 6880 / S. 1820, the Choice in Affordable Housing Act H.R. 492, the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act H.R. 876 / S.612, the Improving Housing Outcomes for Veterans Act H.R. 1257, the Homeless Veterans CREDIT Act H.R. 2419, the Affordable Housing for Homeless Veterans Act S. 1838, the Building Credit Access for Veterans Act S. 2172, the Building Solutions for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Act H.R. 240, the Homeless Veterans with Children Reintegration Act H.R. 5606, the Return Home to Housing Act H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act H.R. 5301, To amend title 38, United States Code H.R. 4707 / S. 2471, the Reforming Disaster Recovery Act S. 2182, the Eviction Crisis Act H.R. 4495, the Down Payment Toward Equity Act H.R. 1728, the Investment and Strategy in Rural Housing Preservation Act S. 1991, the Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act H.R. 2143 / S. 98, the Neighborhood Home Investment Act S. 2190, the Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act S. 902, the Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 2797, the LIFT Homebuyers Act S. 4445, the Affordable Housing Bond Enhancement Act H.R. 3323 / S. 1684, the Federal Home Loan Banks' Mission Implementation Act H.R. 7078 / S. 4181, the LIFELINE Act H.R. 5376, the Inflation Reduction Act
Client expense: $860,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · third_quarter · Housing
H.R. 2483/S. 3237, Build More Housing Near Transit Act of 2021; H.R. 2126/S. 902, Housing Supply and Affordability Act; H.R. 3198/S. 1614, Yes in my Backyard Act; H.R. 6307, Tiny Homes for Homeless Veterans; Housing, Opportunity, Mobility, and Equity (HOME) Act; Build Back Better; S. 768, Better Planning and Land-Use for Accessible Neighborhoods Act; H.R. 1615, Maximizing Our Redevelopment and Efficiency for Transit Oriented Development (More TOD) Act of 2021; Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act; H.R. 2573/S. 1136, Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2021; H.R. 2143/S. 98, Neighborhood Homes Investment Act; H.R. 3680, Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act; H.R. 816, Restoring Communities Left Behind Act; H.R. 1483, Revitalizing Economies, Housing, And Businesses (REHAB) Act of 2021; H.R. 1360, American Dream Down Payment Act of 2021; S. 1820, Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2021; H.R. 1728, Strategy and Investment in Rural Housing Preservation Act of 2021; S. 2256, Charitable Conservation Easement Program Integrity Act of 2021; Housing tax credits; Community Development Block Grant program; Surface Transportation Black Grant program; Accessory Dwelling Units; Appointing Solomon Greene to the Office of Policy Development and Research at the Department of Housing and Urban Development; FY23 Appropriations; H.R. 2543, Federal Reserve Racial and Economic Equity Act; H.R. 4759/S. 2511, Revitalizing Downtowns Act; H.R. 7078, LIHTC Financing Enabling Long-term Investment in Neighborhood Excellence (LIFELINE) Act; S. 4485, Fair Housing Improvement Act of 2022; H.R. 5756, Portal for Appraisal Licensing Act of 2021; S. 4062, Helping Open Underutilized Space to Ensure Shelter (HOUSES) Act of 2022.
Client expense: $140,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · third_quarter · Housing
COVID-19 issues as affecting the rental housing industry; eviction moratoria; CARES Act 30-day notice-to-vacate; rental assistance; Section 8 reform; local barriers to development; housing affordability; H.R.1620 - Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2021; issues related to transportation and infrastructure; HR 6880 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act; H.R. 3680 - Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act; H.R.3198 - Yes In My Backyard Act; S.902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act; H.R. 4496 - Ending Homelessness Act; tax issues, including carried interest, 1031 like-kind exchanges; capital gains taxation and estate tax; Labor issues, including Davis-Bacon wage requirements; Development issues, including conversion of commercial properties to housing; National Flood Insurance Program; Resident Screening; Beneficial Interest; pandemic risk insurance; H.R.9062 - Respect State Housing Laws Act
Client expense: $420,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · third_quarter · Transportation
Infrastructure HR2483 - Build More Transit Near Housing Act HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 HR3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 S902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act S1931 - Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021 Communications with the House and Senate to discuss housing as infrastructure.
Client expense: $29,260,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · third_quarter · Housing
Fair housing protections HR5 - Equality Act HR68 - Housing Fairness Act of 2021 HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 S769 - Housing Fairness Act of 2021 S2549 - Mapping Housing Discrimination Act Conversations with the House of Representatives regarding increased funding for fair housing enforcement in the FY2022 THUD appropriations bill Conversations with the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate regarding Fair Housing issues. VA Loan Programs HR8616 - VA Loan Informed Disclosure Act of 2022 Communications with Congress regarding the VA Home Loan Guarantee program and VA Lending. Down-payment Assistance HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 HR8340 - Educator Down Payment Assistance Act Discussions with the House of Representatives and the Senate about down-payment assistance programs. CDC Eviction Moratorium/Emergency Rental Assistance Program Funding HR5196 - Expanding Assistance to Renters and Landlords Act of 2021 COVID-19 Relief S404 - Coronavirus Housing Counseling Improvement Act FHA Programs HR1395 - Housing Financial Literacy Act of 2021 HR1532 - Improving FHA Support for Small-Dollar Mortgages Act of 2021 HR3172 - Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder Act of 2021 HR6880 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2022 S2131 - Improving FHA Support for Small-Dollar Mortgages Act of 2021 Conversations with the House of Representatives and Senate regarding FHA and HUD programs. Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization HR1620 - Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2021 HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 S527 - Protecting Domestic Violence and Stalking Victims Act of 2021 S3623 - Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2021 Discrimination in Valuations HR2553 - Real Estate Valuation Fairness and Improvement Act of 2021 Appraisal/FHA Programs Discussions with the Senate on proposed legislation to amend the National Housing Act to authorize State-licensed appraisers to conduct appraisals in connection with mortgages insured by the FHA and to ensure compliance with the existing appraiser education and competency requirements, and for other purposes. Affordable Housing HR2126 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 HR5305 - Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 S902 - A bill to authorize a grant program for the development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans, and for other purposes. S1820 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2021 Communications with Congressional leadership re: housing affordability issues Unlocking Possibilities Program HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 FHFA Leadership Letter to the Senate in support of confirming Sandra Thompson as director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). FHA Leadership Communications with the U.S. Senate in support of the nomination of Julia Gordon as Commissioner. Rural Housing HR5305 - Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act Rental Housing HR5305 - Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act HR5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 HR9062 - Respect State Housing Laws Act Conversations with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding mortgage insurance premiums, condominium guidance, the Housing Choice Voucher program, Title 1 loan limits, FHA loans, appraisals, and rental housing issues. Conversations with the White House real estate and housing policy, affordable housing supply, the Housing Choice Voucher program, and rental housing issues. Discussions with the U.S. Treasury Department regarding rental housing issues. Conversations with the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) regarding housing equity, condominium guidelines, and rental housing issues. Conversations with the Appraisal Subcommittee regarding the PAVE task force. Conversations with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regarding rental housing issues and the rural housing service. Conversations with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding the VA loan guaranty program, appraisal requirements for the home loan guaranty program, and rental housing issues. Conversations with the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau regarding rental housing issues. Conversations with the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding rental housing issues. Conversations with the National Economic Council regarding housing supply issues. Conversations with Ginnie Mae regarding the FHA Title I program.
2022 · third_quarter · Housing
Lobbied on the importance of building codes in affordable housing. No bill number. Lobbied for the Green Neighborhoods Act. (H.R. 4155) Lobbied for the reintroduction of the Yes In My Backyard Act. (H.R. 3198/S. 1614) Lobbied for the Housing Supply and Affordability Act, (H.R. 2126/S. 902) Lobbied for the Build More Housing Near Transit Act (H.R. 4307) Lobbied for the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (H.R. 2573/S. 1136) Lobbied for the Neighborhood Homes Investment Act (S. 98/H.R. 2143) Lobbied for HOPE for HOMES Act of 2021 (S. 1768/H.R. 3456) Lobbied in support of The Infrastructure Investment in Jobs Act of 2021 (H.R. 3684) Lobbied for housing investment in Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169).
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · third_quarter · Housing
H.R. 68 - Housing Fairness Act - The bill would increase HUDs Fair Housing Initiatives Program by $18 million with the bulk of funds directed to increased discrimination testing under the Private Enforcement Initiative. H.R. 1319 - The American Rescue Plan Act - C.A.R. advocated for financial support for mom-and-pop landlords, the paycheck protection program, and assistance for struggling homeowners. H.R. 1836 - Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act - C.A.R. discussed the provision of the bill that increased and extended fees on VA home loans. H.R. 2126 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act - Will create a housing grant program that state and local governments can apply for to create more housing units. H.R. 3684 - INVEST in America Act - C.A.R. advocated against the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac fee in the bill used to offset the cost. H.R. 4495 - Downpayment Toward Equity Act - Would provide downpayment assistance for first-generation homebuyers. H.R. 5915 - FHA Fairness Act - Would increase FHA loan limits in certain counties. H.R. 8360 - Housing Oversight and Mitigating Exploitation Act - The is intended to address and deter institutional investors from purchasing single family resident homes. S. 769 - Housing Fairness Act - The bill would increase HUDs Fair Housing Initiatives Program by $18 million with the bulk of funds directed to increased discrimination testing under the Private Enforcement Initiative S. 902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act - Will create a housing grant program that state and local governments can apply for to create more housing units. S. Con. Res. 14 - The Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2022 - C.A.R. advocated in support of housing provisions that would create incentive for additional housing units, increase funding for Fair Housing enforcement and provide downpayment assistance. C.A.R. advocated on the topic of making housing a part of infrastructure and transportation. C.A.R. advocated to Congress and has submitted comments to HUD asking the FHA and HUD to reduce the FHA mortgage insurance premium and stop the life of the loan premium. C.A.R. advocated for the elimination of risk based pricing by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. C.A.R. advocated for the reform of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to bring them out of conservatorship. C.A.R. advocated for an increase in funding for HUD's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity. C.A.R. worked with Congress to improve the Emergency Rental Assistance program. C.A.R. advocated on the implementation of new condominium Questionnaire and rules for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans. C.A.R. advocated on the FHFA announced "Targeted Increases to Enterprise Pricing Framework" that increased fees on conforming jumbo and second/vacation mortgages for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans. C.A.R. discussed the issue of how much federal affordable housing funding went to homeownership programs. This included the Community Development Block Program, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, and the HOME program. C.A.R. advocated for the removal of FHA Home Equity Conversion Mortgage from the FHA's Forward Mortgage reserve calculation in determining the minimum Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund reserve. C.A.R. discussed the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity report. C.A.R. discussed appraisal waivers and desktop appraisals, and their impact in California's real estate market.
2022 · third_quarter · Housing
Lobbied on the importance of building codes in affordable housing. No bill number. Lobbied for the Green Neighborhoods Act. (H.R. 4155). Lobbied for the reintroduction of the Yes In My Backyard Act (H.R. 3198/ S. 1614) Lobbied for the Housing Supply and Affordability Act (H.R. 2126/ S. 902) Lobbied for the Build More Housing Near Transit Act (H.R. 4307) Lobbied for the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (H.R. 2573/ S. 1136) Lobbied for the Neighborhood Home Investment Act (S. 98/H.R. 2143) Lobbied for HOPE for HOMES Act of 2021 (S. 1768/H.R. 3456) Lobbied for housing investment in Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169).
Client expense: $240,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · third_quarter · Housing
Lobbied on the importance of building codes in affordable housing. No bill number. Lobbied for the Green Neighborhoods Act. (H.R. 4155). Lobbied for the reintroduction of the Yes In My Backyard Act (H.R. 3198/ S. 1614) Lobbied for the Housing Supply and Affordability Act (H.R. 2126/ S. 902) Lobbied for the Build More Housing Near Transit Act (H.R. 4307) Lobbied for the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (H.R. 2573/ S. 1136) Lobbied for the Neighborhood Home Investment Act (S. 98/H.R. 2143) Lobbied for HOPE for HOMES Act of 2021 (S. 1768/H.R. 3456) Lobbied for housing investment in Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169).
Client expense: $240,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · second_quarter · Transportation
Infrastructure HR__ - Build More Transit Near Housing Act HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 HR3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act HR5376 - Build Back Better Act S902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act S1931 - Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021 Communications with the House and Senate to discuss housing as infrastructure.
Client expense: $14,820,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · second_quarter · Housing
Fair housing protections HR5 - Equality Act HR68 - Housing Fairness Act of 2021 HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 HR5376 - Build Back Better Act S769 - Housing Fairness Act of 2021 S2549 - Mapping Housing Discrimination Act Conversations with the House of Representatives regarding increased funding for fair housing enforcement in the FY2022 THUD appropriations bill Conversations with the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate regarding Fair Housing issues. VA Loan Programs Communications with Congress regarding the VA Home Loan Guarantee program and VA Lending. Down-payment Assistance HR5376 - Build Back Better Act HR8340 - Educator Down Payment Assistance Act Discussions with the House of Representatives and the Senate about down-payment assistance programs. Affordable Housing S902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act S1820 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2021 Communications with Congressional leadership re: housing affordability issues CDC Eviction Moratorium/Emergency Rental Assistance Program Funding HR5196 - Expanding Assistance to Renters and Landlords Act of 2021 COVID-19 Relief S404 - Coronavirus Housing Counseling Improvement Act FHA Programs HR1395 - Housing Financial Literacy Act of 2021 HR1532 - Improving FHA Support for Small-Dollar Mortgages Act of 2021 HR3172 - Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder Act of 2021 HR6880 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2022 S2131 - Improving FHA Support for Small-Dollar Mortgages Act of 2021 Conversations with the House of Representatives and Senate regarding FHA and HUD programs. Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization HR1620 - Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2021 HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 S527 - Protecting Domestic Violence and Stalking Victims Act of 2021 S3623 - Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2021 Discrimination in Valuations HR2553 - Real Estate Valuation Fairness and Improvement Act of 2021 Appraisal/FHA Programs Discussions with the Senate on proposed legislation to amend the National Housing Act to authorize State-licensed appraisers to conduct appraisals in connection with mortgages insured by the FHA and to ensure compliance with the existing appraiser education and competency requirements, and for other purposes. Affordable Housing HR2126 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 S902 - A bill to authorize a grant program for the development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans, and for other purposes. Communications with the House Select Committee on affordable housing issues. Unlocking Possibilities Program HR5376 - Build Back Better Act FHFA Leadership Letter to the Senate in support of confirming Sandra Thompson as director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). Conversations with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding mortgage insurance premiums, condominium single unit approval requirements, appraisal requirements, the Housing Choice Voucher program, FHA multi-family insurance premiums, Title 1 loan limits, the 203(K) loan program, FHA loans, appraisals, and rental housing issues. Conversations with the White House real estate and housing policy, affordable housing supply, and rental housing issues. Discussions with the U.S. Treasury Department regarding rental housing issues. Conversations with the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) regarding housing equity, the PAVE task force, downpayment assistance, condo guidelines, and rental housing issues. Conversations with the Appraisal Subcommittee regarding the PAVE task force. Conversations with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regarding rental housing issues and the rural housing service. Conversations with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding the VA loan guaranty program, appraisal requirements for the home loan guaranty program, and rental housing issues.
2022 · second_quarter · Housing
H.R. 2483/S. 3237, Build More Housing Near Transit Act of 2021; H.R. 2126/S. 902, Housing Supply and Affordability Act; H.R. 3198/S. 1614, Yes in my Backyard Act; H.R. 6307, Tiny Homes for Homeless Veterans; Housing, Opportunity, Mobility, and Equity (HOME) Act; Build Back Better; S. 768, Better Planning and Land-Use for Accessible Neighborhoods Act; H.R. 1615, Maximizing Our Redevelopment and Efficiency for Transit Oriented Development (More TOD) Act of 2021; Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act; H.R. 2573/S. 1136, Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2021; H.R. 2143/S. 98, Neighborhood Homes Investment Act; H.R. 3680, Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act; H.R. 816, Restoring Communities Left Behind Act; H.R. 1483, Revitalizing Economies, Housing, And Businesses (REHAB) Act of 2021; H.R. 1360, American Dream Down Payment Act of 2021; S. 1820, Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2021; H.R. 1728, Strategy and Investment in Rural Housing Preservation Act of 2021; S. 2256, Charitable Conservation Easement Program Integrity Act of 2021; Housing tax credits; Community Development Block Grant program; Surface Transportation Black Grant program; Accessory Dwelling Units; Appointing Solomon Greene to the Office of Policy Development and Research at the Department of Housing and Urban Development; H.R. 2543, Federal Reserve Racial and Economic Equity Act; H.R. 4759/S. 2511, Revitalizing Downtowns Act.
Client expense: $140,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · second_quarter · Housing
Issues/Topics Affordable housing Housing finance reform Housing vouchers Rental assistance Special purpose credit programs Low-income housing tax credit Fair housing Public housing Foreclosure/eviction prevention Disaster recovery Zoning reform Construction innovation Bills H.R. 2573/S. 1136, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act H.R. 6880/S. 1820, the Choice in Affordable Housing Act H.R. 492, the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act H.R. 876/S.612, the Improving Housing Outcomes for Veterans Act H.R. 1257, the Homeless Veterans CREDIT Act H.R. 2419, the Affordable Housing for Homeless Veterans Act S. 1838, the Building Credit Access for Veterans Act S. 2172, the Building Solutions for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Act H.R. 240, the Homeless Veterans with Children Reintegration Act H.R. 5606, the Return Home to Housing Act H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act H.R. 5301 H.R. 4707/S. 2471, the Reforming Disaster Recovery Act S. 2182, the Eviction Crisis Act H.R. 4495, the Down payment Toward Equity Act H.R. 1728, the Investment and Strategy in Rural Housing Preservation Act S. 1991, the Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act S. 98/H.R. 2143, the Neighborhood Home Investment Act S. 2190, the Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act S. 902, the Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 2797, the LIFT Homebuyers Act S. 4445, the Affordable Housing Bond Enhancement Act H.R. 3323/S. 1684, the Federal Home Loan Banks' Mission Implementation Act
Client expense: $720,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · second_quarter · Housing
Lobbied on the importance of building codes in affordable housing. No bill number. Lobbied for the Green Neighborhoods Act. (H.R. 4155) Lobbied for the reintroduction of the Yes In My Backyard Act. (H.R. 3198/S. 1614) Lobbied for the Housing Supply and Affordability Act, (H.R. 2126/S. 902) Lobbied for the Build More Housing Near Transit Act (H.R. 4307) Lobbied for the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (H.R. 2573/S. 1136) Lobbied for the Neighborhood Homes Investment Act (S. 98/H.R. 2143) Lobbied for HOPE for HOMES Act of 2021 (S. 1768/H.R. 3456) Lobbied in support of The Infrastructure Investment in Jobs Act of 2021 (H.R. 3684) Lobbied in support of Democracy in Design Act (H.R. 5291)
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · second_quarter · Housing
Lobbied on the importance of building codes in affordable housing. No bill number. Lobbied for the Green Neighborhoods Act. (H.R. 4155). Lobbied for the reintroduction of the Yes In My Backyard Act (H.R. 3198/ S. 1614) Lobbied for the Housing Supply and Affordability Act (H.R. 2126/ S. 902) Lobbied for the Build More Housing Near Transit Act (H.R. 4307) Lobbied for the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (H.R. 2573/ S. 1136) Lobbied for the Neighborhood Home Investment Act (S. 98/H.R. 2143) Lobbied for HOPE for HOMES Act of 2021 (S. 1768/H.R. 3456)
Client expense: $240,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · second_quarter · Housing
COVID-19 issues as affecting the rental housing industry; eviction moratoria; CARES Act 30-day notice-to-vacate; rental assistance; Section 8 reform; local barriers to development; housing affordability; H.R.1620 - Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2021; issues related to transportation and infrastructure; HR 6880 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act; H.R. 3680 - Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act; H.R.3198 - Yes In My Backyard Act; S.902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act; H.R. 4496 - Ending Homelessness Act; tax issues, including carried interest, 1031 like-kind exchanges; capital gains taxation and estate tax; Labor issues, including Davis-Bacon wage requirements; Development issues, including conversion of commercial properties to housing; National Flood Insurance Program; Resident Screening; Beneficial Interest; pandemic risk insurance
Client expense: $430,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · second_quarter · Housing
H.R. 68 - Housing Fairness Act - The bill would increase HUDs Fair Housing Initiatives Program by $18 million with the bulk of funds directed to increased discrimination testing under the Private Enforcement Initiative. H.R. 1319 - The American Rescue Plan Act - C.A.R. advocated for financial support for mom-and-pop landlords, the paycheck protection program, and assistance for struggling homeowners. H.R. 1836 - Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act - C.A.R. discussed the provision of the bill that increased and extended fees on VA home loans. H.R. 2126 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act - Will create a housing grant program that state and local governments can apply for to create more housing units. H.R. 3684 - INVEST in America Act - C.A.R. advocated against the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac fee in the bill used to offset the cost. H.R. 4495 - Downpayment Toward Equity Act - Would provide downpayment assistance for first-generation homebuyers. H.R. 5915 - FHA Fairness Act - Would increase FHA loan limits in certain counties. S. 769 - Housing Fairness Act - The bill would increase HUDs Fair Housing Initiatives Program by $18 million with the bulk of funds directed to increased discrimination testing under the Private Enforcement Initiative S. 902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act - Will create a housing grant program that state and local governments can apply for to create more housing units. S. Con. Res. 14 - The Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2022 - C.A.R. advocated in support of housing provisions that would create incentive for additional housing units, increase funding for Fair Housing enforcement and provide downpayment assistance. C.A.R. advocated on the topic of making housing a part of infrastructure and transportation. C.A.R. advocated to Congress and has submitted comments to HUD asking the FHA and HUD to reduce the FHA mortgage insurance premium and stop the life of the loan premium. C.A.R. advocated for the elimination of risk based pricing by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. C.A.R. advocated for the reform of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to bring them out of conservatorship. C.A.R. advocated for an increase in funding for HUD's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity. C.A.R. worked with Congress to improve the Emergency Rental Assistance program. C.A.R. advocated on the implementation of new condominium Questionnaire and rules for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans. C.A.R. advocated on the FHFA announced "Targeted Increases to Enterprise Pricing Framework" that increased fees on conforming jumbo and second/vacation mortgages for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans. C.A.R. discussed the issue of how much federal affordable housing funding went to homeownership programs. This included the Community Development Block Program, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, and the HOME program. C.A.R. advocated for the removal of FHA Home Equity Conversion Mortgage from the FHA's Forward Mortgage reserve calculation in determining the minimum Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund reserve. C.A.R. discussed the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity report. C.A.R. discussed appraisal waivers and desktop appraisals, and their impact in California's real estate market.
2022 · first_quarter · Housing
Housing (Michael Kelley, Michele Stockwell) House and Senate Issues/Topics Affordable housing Housing finance reform Housing vouchers Rental assistance Special purpose credit programs Low-income housing tax credit Fair housing Public housing Foreclosure/eviction prevention Disaster recovery Zoning reform Bills H.R. 2573/S. 1136, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act H.R. 6880/S. 1820, the Choice in Affordable Housing Act H.R. 492, the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act H.R. 876/S.612, the Improving Housing Outcomes for Veterans Act H.R. 1257, the Homeless Veterans CREDIT Act H.R. 2419, the Affordable Housing for Homeless Veterans Act S. 1838, the Building Credit Access for Veterans Act S. 2172, the Building Solutions for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Act H.R. 240, the Homeless Veterans with Children Reintegration Act H.R. 5606, the Return Home to Housing Act H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act H.R. 5301 H.R. 4707/S. 2471, the Reforming Disaster Recovery Act S. 2182, the Eviction Crisis Act H.R. 4495, the Down payment Toward Equity Act H.R. 1728, the Investment and Strategy in Rural Housing Preservation Act S. 1991, the Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act S. 98/H.R. 2143, the Neighborhood Home Investment Act S. 2190, the Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act S. 902, the Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 2797, the LIFT Homebuyers Act
Client expense: $630,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · first_quarter · Housing
Fair housing protections HR5 - Equality Act HR68 - Housing Fairness Act of 2021 HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 HR5376 - Build Back Better Act S769 - Housing Fairness Act of 2021 S2549 - Mapping Housing Discrimination Act Conversations with the House of Representatives regarding increased funding for fair housing enforcement in the FY2022 THUD appropriations bill Conversations with the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate regarding Fair Housing issues. VA Loan Programs Communications with Congress regarding the VA Home Loan Guarantee program and VA Lending. Down-payment Assistance HR5376 - Build Back Better Act Discussions with the House of Representatives about down-payment assistance programs. Affordable Housing S902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act S1820 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2021 Communications with Congressional leadership re: housing affordability issues CDC Eviction Moratorium/Emergency Rental Assistance Program Funding HR5196 - Expanding Assistance to Renters and Landlords Act of 2021 COVID-19 Relief S404 - Coronavirus Housing Counseling Improvement Act FHA Programs HR1395 - Housing Financial Literacy Act of 2021 HR1532 - Improving FHA Support for Small-Dollar Mortgages Act of 2021 HR3172 - Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder Act of 2021 HR6880 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2022 S2131 - Improving FHA Support for Small-Dollar Mortgages Act of 2021 Conversations with the House of Representatives and Senate regarding FHA and HUD programs. Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization HR1620 - Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2021 HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 S527 - Protecting Domestic Violence and Stalking Victims Act of 2021 S3623 - Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2021 Discrimination in Valuations HR2553 - Real Estate Valuation Fairness and Improvement Act of 2021 Appraisal/FHA Programs Discussions with the Senate on proposed legislation to amend the National Housing Act to authorize State-licensed appraisers to conduct appraisals in connection with mortgages insured by the FHA and to ensure compliance with the existing appraiser education and competency requirements, and for other purposes. Affordable Housing HR2126 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 S902 - A bill to authorize a grant program for the development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans, and for other purposes. Communications with the House Select Committee on affordable housing issues. Unlocking Possibilities Program HR5376 - Build Back Better Act FHFA Leadership Letter to the Senate in support of confirming Sandra Thompson as director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). Conversations with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding FHA loans, appraisals, the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), and multifamily housing issues. Conversations with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau regarding housing affordability, fair housing and fair lending. Conversations with the White House real estate and housing policy issues. Discussions with the U.S. Treasury Department regarding Emergency Rental Assistance program guidelines. Conversations with the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) regarding housing equity and PAVE. Conversations with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regarding rural housing loans. Conversations with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding the VA loan guaranty program and appraisals.
2022 · first_quarter · Transportation
Infrastructure HR__ - Build More Transit Near Housing Act HR2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 HR3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act HR5376 - Build Back Better Act S902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act S1931 - Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021 Communications with the House and Senate to discuss housing as infrastructure.
Client expense: $12,140,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · first_quarter · Housing
H.R. 2483/S. 3237, Build More Housing Near Transit Act of 2021; H.R. 2126/S. 902, Housing Supply and Affordability Act; H.R. 3198/S. 1614, Yes in my Backyard Act; H.R. 6307, Tiny Homes for Homeless Veterans; Housing, Opportunity, Mobility, and Equity (HOME) Act; Build Back Better; S. 768, Better Planning and Land-Use for Accessible Neighborhoods Act; H.R. 1615, Maximizing Our Redevelopment and Efficiency for Transit Oriented Development (More TOD) Act of 2021; Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act; H.R. 2573/S. 1136, Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2021; H.R. 2143/S. 98, Neighborhood Homes Investment Act; H.R. 3680, Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act; H.R. 816, Restoring Communities Left Behind Act; H.R. 1483, Revitalizing Economies, Housing, And Businesses (REHAB) Act of 2021; H.R. 1360, American Dream Down Payment Act of 2021; S. 1820, Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2021; H.R. 1728, Strategy and Investment in Rural Housing Preservation Act of 2021; S. 2256, Charitable Conservation Easement Program Integrity Act of 2021; Housing tax credits; Community Development Block Grant program; Surface Transportation Black Grant program; Accessory Dwelling Units; Appointing Solomon Greene to the Office of Policy Development and Research at the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Client expense: $140,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · first_quarter · Housing
H.R. 68 - Housing Fairness Act - The bill would increase HUDs Fair Housing Initiatives Program by $18 million with the bulk of funds directed to increased discrimination testing under the Private Enforcement Initiative. H.R. 1319 - The American Rescue Plan Act - C.A.R. advocated for financial support for mom-and-pop landlords, the paycheck protection program, and assistance for struggling homeowners. H.R. 1836 - Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act - C.A.R. discussed the provision of the bill that increased and extended fees on VA home loans. H.R. 2126 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act - Will create a housing grant program that state and local governments can apply for to create more housing units. H.R. 3684 - INVEST in America Act - C.A.R. advocated against the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac fee in the bill used to offset the cost. H.R. 5915 - FHA Fairness Act - Would increase FHA loan limits in certain counties. S. 769 - Housing Fairness Act - The bill would increase HUDs Fair Housing Initiatives Program by $18 million with the bulk of funds directed to increased discrimination testing under the Private Enforcement Initiative S. 902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act - Will create a housing grant program that state and local governments can apply for to create more housing units. S. Con. Res. 14 - The Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2022 - C.A.R. advocated in support of housing provisions that would create incentive for additional housing units, increase funding for Fair Housing enforcement and provide downpayment assistance. C.A.R. advocated on the topic of making housing a part of infrastructure and transportation. C.A.R. advocated to Congress and has submitted comments to HUD asking the FHA and HUD to reduce the FHA mortgage insurance premium and stop the life of the loan premium. C.A.R. advocated for the elimination of risk based pricing by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. C.A.R. advocated for the reform of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to bring them out of conservatorship. C.A.R. advocated for an increase in funding for HUD's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity. C.A.R. worked with Congress to improve the Emergency Rental Assistance program. C.A.R. advocated on the implementation of new condominium Questionnaire and rules for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans. C.A.R. advocated on the FHFA announced "Targeted Increases to Enterprise Pricing Framework" that increased fees on conforming jumbo and second/vacation mortgages for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans. C.A.R. discussed the issue of how much federal affordable housing funding went to homeownership programs. This included the Community Development Block Program, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, and the HOME program. C.A.R. advocated for the removal of FHA Home Equity Conversion Mortgage from the FHA's Forward Mortgage reserve calculation in determining the minimum Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund reserve. C.A.R. discussed the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity report. C.A.R. discussed appraisal waivers and desktop appraisals, and their impact in California's real estate market.
2022 · first_quarter · Housing
COVID-19 issues as affecting the rental housing industry; eviction moratoria; CARES Act 30-day notice-to-vacate; rental assistance; Section 8 reform; local barriers to development; housing affordability; H.R.1620 - Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2021; issues related to transportation and infrastructure; HR 6880 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act; H.R. 3680 - Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act; H.R.3198 - Yes In My Backyard Act; S.902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act; H.R. 4496 - Ending Homelessness Act; tax issues, including carried interest, 1031 like-kind exchanges; capital gains taxation and estate tax; Labor issues, including Davis-Bacon wage requirements; Development issues, including conversion of commercial properties to housing; National Flood Insurance Program; Resident Screening; Beneficial Interest; pandemic risk insurance
Client expense: $430,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · first_quarter · Housing
Housing (Michael Kelley, Michele Stockwell) House and Senate Issues/Topics Affordable housing Housing finance reform Housing vouchers Rental assistance Special purpose credit programs Low-income housing tax credit Fair housing Public housing Foreclosure/eviction prevention Disaster recovery Zoning reform Bills H.R. 2573/S. 1136, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act H.R. 6880/S. 1820, the Choice in Affordable Housing Act H.R. 492, the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act H.R. 876/S.612, the Improving Housing Outcomes for Veterans Act H.R. 1257, the Homeless Veterans CREDIT Act H.R. 2419, the Affordable Housing for Homeless Veterans Act S. 1838, the Building Credit Access for Veterans Act S. 2172, the Building Solutions for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Act H.R. 240, the Homeless Veterans with Children Reintegration Act H.R. 5606, the Return Home to Housing Act H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act H.R. 5301 H.R. 4707/S. 2471, the Reforming Disaster Recovery Act S. 2182, the Eviction Crisis Act H.R. 4495, the Down payment Toward Equity Act H.R. 1728, the Investment and Strategy in Rural Housing Preservation Act S. 1991, the Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act S. 98/H.R. 2143, the Neighborhood Home Investment Act S. 2190, the Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act S. 902, the Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 2797, the LIFT Homebuyers Act
Client expense: $620,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2022 · first_quarter · Housing
Lobbied on the importance of building codes in affordable housing. No bill number. Lobbied for the Green Neighborhoods Act. (H.R. 4155) Lobbied for the reintroduction of the Yes In My Backyard Act. (H.R. 3198/S. 1614) Lobbied for the Housing Supply and Affordability Act, (H.R. 2126/S. 902) Lobbied for the Build More Housing Near Transit Act (H.R. 4307) Lobbied for the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (H.R. 2573/S. 1136) Lobbied for the Neighborhood Homes Investment Act (S. 98/H.R. 2143) Lobbied for HOPE for HOMES Act of 2021 (S. 1768/H.R. 3456) Lobbied in support of affordable housing investment in the new version of Build Back Better. No bill number. Lobbied in support of The Infrastructure Investment in Jobs Act of 2021 (H.R. 3684) Lobbied in support of Democracy in Design Act (H.R. 5291)
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2022 · first_quarter · Housing
Lobbied on the importance of building codes in affordable housing. No bill number. Lobbied for the Green Neighborhoods Act. (H.R. 4155). Lobbied for the reintroduction of the Yes In My Backyard Act (H.R. 3198/ S. 1614) Lobbied for the Housing Supply and Affordability Act (H.R. 2126/ S. 902) Lobbied for the Build More Housing Near Transit Act (H.R. 4307) Lobbied for the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (H.R. 2573/ S. 1136) Lobbied for the Neighborhood Home Investment Act (S. 98/H.R. 2143) Lobbied for HOPE for HOMES Act of 2021 (S. 1768/H.R. 3456) Lobbied in support of affordable housing investment in the new version of Build Back Better. No bill number.
Client expense: $250,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
2021 · fourth_quarter · Housing
Affordable housing, housing finance reform, housing vouchers, rental assistance, special purpose credit programs, low-income housing tax credit, fair housing, public housing, foreclosure/eviction prevention, disaster recovery, zoning reform H.R. 2573/S. 1136, the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act S. 1820, the Choice in Affordable Housing Act H.R. 492, the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act H.R. 876/S.612, the Improving Housing Outcomes for Veterans Act H.R. 1257, the Homeless Veterans CREDIT Act H.R. 2419, the Affordable Housing for Homeless Veterans Act S. 1838, the Building Credit Access for Veterans Act S. 2172, the Building Solutions for Veterans Experiencing Homelessness Act H.R. 240, the Homeless Veterans with Children Reintegration Act H.R. 5606, the Return Home to Housing Act H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act H.R. 5301 H.R. 4707/S. 2471, the Reforming Disaster Recovery Act S. 2182, the Eviction Crisis Act H.R. 4495, the Downpayment Toward Equity Act H.R. 1728, the Investment and Strategy in Rural Housing Preservation Act S. 1991, the Family Stability and Opportunity Vouchers Act S. 98/H.R. 2143, the Neighborhood Home Investment Act S. 2190, the Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act S. 902, the Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 2797, the LIFT Homebuyers Act
Client expense: $610,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2021 · fourth_quarter · Housing
H.R. 2126 -Housing Supply and Affordability Act H.R. 2483 -Build More Housing Near Transit Act H.R. 2553 -Real Estate Valuation and Fairness Act H.R. 2768 -American Housing and Economic Mobility Act H.R. 2851 -Affordable Housing Preservation Act H.R. 3009 -Improving Language Access in Mortgage Servicing Act H.R. 3172 -HELPER Act H.R. 3198 -Yes In My Back Yard Act H.R. 3680 -Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act H.R. 3684 -INVEST in America Act H.R. 3913 -Renter Protection Act H.R. 4495 -Downpayment Toward Equity Act of 2021 H.R. 4502 -Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022 H.R. 5196 -Expediting Assistance to Renters and Landlords Act of 2021 S. 902 -Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 1614 -Yes In My Back Yard Act S. 1820-Choice in Affordable Housing Act S. 2131-Improving FHA Support For Small Dollar Mortgages Act S. 2797-LIFT Homebuyers Act of 2021 H.R. 5915 -FHA Fairness Act H.R. 6119 -Further Extending Government Funding Act H.R. 4155 -Green Neighborhoods Act H.R. 4657 -Veteran Home Energy Savings Act
Client expense: $590,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2021 · third_quarter · Housing
H.R. 2126 -Housing Supply and Affordability Act H.R. 2483 -Build More Housing Near Transit Act H.R. 2553 -Real Estate Valuation and Fairness Act H.R. 2768 -American Housing and Economic Mobility Act H.R. 2851 -Affordable Housing Preservation Act H.R. 3009 -Improving Language Access in Mortgage Servicing Act H.R. 3172 -HELPER Act H.R. 3198 -Yes In My Back Yard Act H.R. 3680 -Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act H.R. 3684 -INVEST in America Act H.R. 3913 -Renter Protection Act H.R. 4495 -Downpayment Toward Equity Act of 2021 H.R. 4502 -Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022 H.R. 5196 -Expediting Assistance to Renters and Landlords Act of 2021 S. 902 -Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 1614 -Yes In My Back Yard Act S. 1820-Choice in Affordable Housing Act S. 2131-Improving FHA Support For Small Dollar Mortgages Act S. 2797-LIFT Homebuyers Act of 2021
Client expense: $660,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2021 · fourth_quarter · Housing
H.R. 68 - Housing Fairness Act - The bill would increase HUDs Fair Housing Initiatives Program by $18 million with the bulk of funds directed to increased discrimination testing under the Private Enforcement Initiative. H.R. 1319 - The American Rescue Plan Act - C.A.R. advocated for financial support for mom-and-pop landlords, the paycheck protection program, and assistance for struggling homeowners. H.R. 2126 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act - Will create a housing grant program that state and local governments can apply for to create more housing units. H.R. 3684 - INVEST in America Act - C.A.R. advocated against the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac fee in the bill used to offset the cost. H.R. 5915 - FHA Fairness Act - Would increase FHA loan limits in certain counties. S. 769 - Housing Fairness Act - The bill would increase HUDs Fair Housing Initiatives Program by $18 million with the bulk of funds directed to increased discrimination testing under the Private Enforcement Initiative S. 902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act - Will create a housing grant program that state and local governments can apply for to create more housing units. S. Con. Res. 14 - The Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2022 - C.A.R. advocated in support of housing provisions that would create incentive for additional housing units, increase funding for Fair Housing enforcement and provide downpayment assistance. C.A.R. submitted comments for the House Financial Services Committee Hearing, Justice for All: Achieving Racial Equity Through Fair Access to Housing and Financial Services C.A.R. advocated on the topic of making housing a part of infrastructure and transportation. C.A.R. advocated to Congress and has submitted comments to HUD asking the FHA and HUD to reduce the FHA mortgage insurance premium. C.A.R. submitted comments to the FHFA for their Request for Information on Appraisal-Related Policies, Practices, and Processes. C.A.R. advocated for the elimination of risk based pricing by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. C.A.R. advocated for the reform of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to bring them out of conservatorship. C.A.R. commented on the House Financial Services Hearing Build Back Better; Investing in Equitable and Affordable Housing Infrastructure C.A.R. Commented on the Senate Committee on Appropriations Hearing, the The American Jobs Plan: Infrastructure, Climate Change and Investing in our Nation's Future. C.A.R. commented on HUD Rule Docket No. FR-6249-I-01, Restoring Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Definitions and Certifications. C.A.R. advocated for an increase in funding for HUD's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity. C.A.R. worked with Congress to improve the Emergency Rental Assistance program.
2021 · fourth_quarter · Transportation
Infrastructure HR__ - Build More Transit Near Housing Act HR3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act HR5376 - Build Back Better Act S902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act S1931 - Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021 Communications with the Senate Banking Committee regarding infrastructure proposals Communications with the House and Senate regarding the Biden Administration's "American Jobs Plan" proposal and the pay-fors. Communications with the House and Senate to discuss housing as infrastructure. Communications with Congress regarding the Budget Reconciliation package and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework.
Client expense: $12,920,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2021 · fourth_quarter · Housing
Fair housing protections HR5 - Equality Act HR5376 - Build Back Better Act S2549 - Mapping Housing Discrimination Act Conversations with the House of Representatives regarding increased funding for fair housing enforcement in the FY2022 THUD appropriations bill Conversations with the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate regarding Fair Housing issues. VA Loan Programs Communications with Congress regarding the VA Home Loan Guarantee program and VA Lending. Down-payment Assistance HR5376 - Build Back Better Act Discussions with the House of Representatives about down-payment assistance programs. Affordable Housing S902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act S1820 - Choice in Affordable Housing Act of 2021 Communications with Congressional leadership re: housing affordability issues CDC Eviction Moratorium/Emergency Rental Assistance Program Funding HR1319 - The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 HR5196 - Expanding Assistance to Renters and Landlords Act of 2021 Discussions with the House Financial Services Committee regarding improvements to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). Communications with Congress opposing legislative proposals for a nationwide eviction moratorium COVID-19 Relief S404 - Coronavirus Housing Counseling Improvement Act FHA Programs HR1395 - Housing Financial Literacy Act of 2021 HR1532 - Improving FHA Support for Small-Dollar Mortgages Act of 2021 HR3172 - Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder Act of 2021 S2131 - Improving FHA Support for Small-Dollar Mortgages Act of 2021 Conversations with the House of Representatives and Senate regarding FHA and HUD programs. Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization HR1620 - Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2021 S527 - Protecting Domestic Violence and Stalking Victims Act of 2021 Discrimination in Valuations HR2553 - Real Estate Valuation Fairness and Improvement Act of 2021 Appraisal/FHA Programs Discussions with the Senate on proposed legislation to amend the National Housing Act to authorize State-licensed appraisers to conduct appraisals in connection with mortgages insured by the FHA and to ensure compliance with the existing appraiser education and competency requirements, and for other purposes. Affordable Housing S902 - A bill to authorize a grant program for the development and implementation of housing supply and affordability plans, and for other purposes. Unlocking Possibilities Program HR5376 - Build Back Better Act Conversations with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding fair housing programs, FHA loans, appraisals, the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), the PAVE appraisal taskforce, reducing FHA premiums, and HUD Multifamily. Conversations with the CFPB regarding the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). Conversations with the White House regarding the Treasury Department Emergency Rental Assistance program guidelines, and black homeownership collaborations. Discussions with the U.S. Treasury Department regarding Emergency Rental Assistance program guidelines. Conversations with the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) regarding housing equity and PAVE. Conversations with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regarding rural housing loans. Conversations with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding the VA loan guaranty program and appraisals.
2021 · fourth_quarter · Housing
H.R. 2483, Build More Housing Near Transit Act of 2021; S. 902/H.R. 2126, Housing Supply and Affordability Act; Yes in My Backyard (YIMBY) Act; S. 768, Better Planning and Land-Use for Accessible Neighborhoods Act (Better PLAN Act); H.R. 1615, Maximizing Our Redevelopment and Efficiency for Transit Oriented Development (MORE TOD) Act; Task Force on the Impact of the Affordable Housing Crisis Act; H.R. 2573/S. 1136, Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act; S. 98, Neighborhood Homes Investment Act; H.R. 816, Restoring Communities Left Behind Act; H.R. 1483, Revitalizing Economies, Housing, and Businesses (REHAB) Act; H.R. 1360, American Dream Down Payment Act of 2021; Mapping Housing Discrimination Act; Emergency Rental Assistance and Homeowner Assistance provisions within the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021; Issues related to the tax exempt private activity bond volume cap; H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act; Build Back Better Act reconciliation bill S. Con. Res. 14; H.R. 3680, Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act; S. 1605, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 - Sec. 6609, Property disposition for affordable housing.
Client expense: $100,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2021 · fourth_quarter · Housing
H.R. 2126 -Housing Supply and Affordability Act H.R. 2483 -Build More Housing Near Transit Act H.R. 2553 -Real Estate Valuation and Fairness Act H.R. 2768 -American Housing and Economic Mobility Act H.R. 2851 -Affordable Housing Preservation Act H.R. 3009 -Improving Language Access in Mortgage Servicing Act H.R. 3172 -HELPER Act H.R. 3198 -Yes In My Back Yard Act H.R. 3680 -Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act H.R. 3684 -INVEST in America Act H.R. 3913 -Renter Protection Act H.R. 4495 -Downpayment Toward Equity Act of 2021 H.R. 4502 -Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2022 H.R. 5196 -Expediting Assistance to Renters and Landlords Act of 2021 S. 902 -Housing Supply and Affordability Act S. 1614 -Yes In My Back Yard Act S. 1820-Choice in Affordable Housing Act S. 2131-Improving FHA Support For Small Dollar Mortgages Act S. 2797-LIFT Homebuyers Act of 2021 H.R. 5915 -FHA Fairness Act H.R. 6119 -Further Extending Government Funding Act H.R. 4155 -Green Neighborhoods Act H.R. 4657 -Veteran Home Energy Savings Act
Client expense: $570,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2021 · fourth_quarter · Housing
Lobbied on the importance of building codes in affordable housing. No bill number. Lobbied for the Green Neighborhoods Act. (H.R. 4155). Lobbied for the reintroduction of the Yes In My Backyard Act (H.R. 3198/ S. 1614) Lobbied for the Housing Supply and Affordability Act (H.R. 2126/ S. 902) Lobbied for the Build More Housing Near Transit Act (H.R. 4307) Lobbied for the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (H.R. 2573/ S. 1136) Lobbied for the Neighborhood Home Investment Act (S. 98/H.R. 2143) Lobbied for HOPE for HOMES Act of 2021 (S. 1768/H.R. 3456) Lobbied in support of affordable housing investment in the Build Back Better and Bipartisan infrastructure package (H.R. 3684 and H.R. 5376)
Client expense: $240,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Education, Dept of, Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), General Services Administration (GSA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Natl Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
2021 · fourth_quarter · Housing
COVID-19 issues as affecting the rental housing industry; eviction moratoria; rental assistance; liability protections; mortgage forbearance; essential worker designation; Paycheck Protection Program; Section 8 reform; local barriers to development; transit oriented development; housing affordability; taxation issues; H.R.1620 - Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2021; infrastructure; the EQUIP Act; H.R.842 - Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021; issues related to transportation and infrastructure; The American Families Plan; H.R.2483 - Build More Housing Near Transit Act of 2021; H.R. 3680 - Promoting Affordable Housing Near Transit Act; H.R.3198 - Yes In My Backyard Act; S.902 - Housing Supply and Affordability Act; H.R. 4496 - Ending Homelessness Act; H.R. 4497 - Housing is Infrastructure Act; H.R.5376 - Build Back Better Act
Client expense: $400,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Client expense: $87,593 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Client expense: $25,260,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA), White House Office
Government targets: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Office of Policy Development, SENATE
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Client expense: $29,260,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Natl Economic Council (NEC), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA), White House Office
Client expense: $51,888 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Client expense: $14,820,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA), White House Office
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Client expense: $68,599 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Client expense: $12,140,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA), White House Office
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Client expense: $50,052 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Government targets: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
Government targets: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
Client expense: $77,161 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Treasury, Dept of, Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA), White House Office
Client expense: $12,920,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Treasury, Dept of, Veterans Affairs, Dept of (VA), White House Office
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Government targets: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office