CDFA is proud to announce that our Housing Finance Week will be held on June 23-25, 2026, where we'll discuss the most pressing issues in housing finance and what you need to know to have a successful housing finance strategy. This is your chance to expand your knowledge base at either the Intro Housing Finance Course on June 23-24 or the Advanced Housing Finance Course on June 25, or both!

This competitive program helps rural communities use advanced telecommunications technology to connect to each other - and the world - overcoming the effects of remoteness and low population density. Based on Fiscal Year 2026 appropriated funding, the agency estimates that approximately $27 million will be available. As permitted, they also will make available any unused appropriations from prior fiscal years, and can increase funding if additional appropriations become available. Applications are due June 30, 2026.

The Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grants (SAFER) was created to provide funding directly to fire departments and volunteer firefighter interest organizations to help them increase or maintain the number of trained, "front line" firefighters available in their communities. The goal of SAFER is to enhance the local fire departments' abilities to comply with staffing, response and operational standards established by the NFPA (NFPA 1710 and/or NFPA 1720). Applications are due June 22, 2026.

The yield on Treasury bonds has increased dramatically in recent months as the Iran war has caused inflation to accelerate, indicating that investors expect the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates. Historically, the onset of a new rate-hike cycle has coincided with a decline in the S&P 500.

The U.S. Department of Energy opened a new funding opportunity offering up to $2.5 million in direct project support and about $1 million in technical assistance to support microgrid development in remote and isolated regions. Applications are due July 2, 2026.

The U.S. House of Representatives passed an amended version of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act (H.R. 6644), sending the bill back to the Senate for further consideration. The House-amended version would authorize incentives to build new homes, create a program to convert abandoned buildings into housing developments, and establish new grants to modernize existing homes, among other provisions. The package also includes a section on "Housing Supply Frameworks," which would establish guidelines and best practices for zoning and land-use policies.

Jackson is pushing forward with a major multi-million-dollar infrastructure plan. This totals more than $100 million in infrastructure projects, including bridge repairs, drainage upgrades and street improvements. Funding also extends beyond large-scale construction projects, covering ongoing maintenance and city services that support daily operations.

Work will begin in Des Moines' Drake neighborhood next month to replace about 120 lead service lines, the first phase of Des Moines Water Works' efforts to address the potential toxic threat to families across the metro. The work is slated to start as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says it's sending $46 million to Iowa for lead pipe replacement efforts. The federal dollars will be placed in a state revolving loan fund and target disadvantaged neighborhoods.

The Quality Assurance Inspector will assist DHCD programs achieve production goals and ensure compliance with program rules and regulations. This position is responsible for evaluating the work performed by Energy Retrofit Service Providers. Tasks include conducting site visits, performing desk-top data monitoring, and providing training and technical assistance to the service providers. The type of work evaluated may include energy efficiency, electrification, and repair work for both single-family and multifamily residential buildings.

ROC USA is hiring a Program Director or Manager to lead the administration of ROC USA's PRICE grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. This role involves managing the PRICE grant and assisting in applying for future PRICE grants, ensuring compliance with PRICE funding requirements, and overseeing the proper use and reporting of PRICE funds. This person will work closely with various stakeholders, including HUD, partner organizations, and internal teams, to advance the organization's mission through the PRICE program, both as a grantee and passthrough entity.

The Project Manager is a professional who coordinates and manages energy conservation projects receiving funds for the execution of energy efficiency or greenhouse gas reduction initiatives. The Project Manager has, or will have, an understanding of building construction and assemblies, energy diagnostic and modeling methodologies, and energy conservation or greenhouse gas reduction measure recommendations.

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