Housing champion breaks down President Biden’s proposed HUD budget increase

In May 2021 President Biden released the proposed budget for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – a 15% increase from FY21. If passed, the budget would provide significant investments in affordable housing.

We invited Denise Muha, housing advocate and Executive Director of National Leased Housing Association (NLHA) to explain the budget framework, next steps in Washington and overall outlook for housing spend. She also shares what long-term housing goals she is working on and NLHA’s top legislation priorities for the industry this year.