From the Blog
Decline in Section 502 Utilization in FY 2026
There was a significant decline in Section 502 loans in FY 2026
REPORT: “Rural Housing Funds Languish”
USDA’s Rural Development agency is falling behind on rural housing spending for multifamily homes.
NEWS: $230 million in federal rural housing funds set to expire this week
Experts blame administrative modifications the department made to how the program was administered in February — changes that the National Rural Housing Coalition warned at the time could “significantly reduce the likelihood” of spending the full amount before the end of the fiscal year.
Call for Nominations
NRHC Members: Please submit your nominations for the 2028 Class of the NRHC Board of Directors
Fiftieth Anniversary
The NRHC recently celebrated 50 years working to support rural housing organizations
Legislative Priorities
Our work to support funding and policy for rural housing programs.