Apartment Advocate
NAA Government Affairs’ bi-monthly publication combines all aspects of apartment industry advocacy into one go-to resource. The Apartment Advocate highlights key developments and viewpoints in industry public policy at all levels of government, and helps NAA members explore advocacy pathways.
Lawmakers Reintroduce Workforce Housing Tax Credit Act
By Owen Caine |
Bill aims to boost housing development of underserved renters facing affordability challenges.
Housing Providers Seek Deal With DOJ for Pandemic Losses Tied to CDC Moratorium
By Mark Poist |
The U.S. Department of Justice has officially abandoned its attempt to overturn the industry’s landmark victory in Darby Development, Inc. v. United States, solidifying a key ruling against the pandemic-era eviction moratorium’s Fifth Amendment violation. Now, more than 1,500 property owners are pursuing over $1 billion in settlement discussions, while additional rental housing owners can still join the case through August 2026.
HUD, USDA Withdraw Costly Energy Efficiency Standards
By Emily Howard |
Agencies rescind 2024 Final Determination on Energy Efficiency Standards for financed housing.
HUD Proposes Major HOME Program Changes
By Ben Harrold |
Agency announces partial rescission of landlord-tenant requirements.
Federal Agencies Uplift Credit Scoring Models, Including Rental History
By Emily Howard |
Learn more about the federal government’s efforts to promote models using alternative data.
NAA Leads Industry’s FTC Rent & Fee Transparency Rulemaking Advocacy
By Emily Howard |
NAA, its national coalition and 25 state and local partners commented.
Oregon Case Examines Habitability
By Mark Poist |
The Big Picture
The legal standard of habitability requires that a housing provider ensure basic living conditions for their residents. However, there are often legal questions regarding the specifics and breadth of its reach. For example, does the standard of habitability include common…
Step by Step: Advocate 2026 Advances Housing Priorities
By Samantha Taherian |
Local solutions for national challenges take center stage for over 900 attendees.
NAA Contributes to CBCI Report
By Maria Spencer |
Read key takeaways from the housing section.