Affordable housing

They cited recent waves of COVID-19 in rural and farmland areas and the success of mass transit overseas at containing the spread.

Rep. Peter DeFazio said gas tax revenue could finance $500 billion in Treasury bonds.

The New York City Housing Authority’s agreement with developers on $1.5 billion of capital repairs marks a significant move toward private management.

Martin Walsh announced a five-year, $500 million financing initiative to create thousands of homes.

Twelve banks agreed to stricter antitrust oversight under the $250 million accord, said Pennsylvania Treasurer Joe Torsella.

S&P Global reports state HFAs are maintaining high ratings this year, “buoyed by demand for affordable housing and mortgages, low interest rates, relatively low unemployment, increasing wages, and the overall strong domestic economy.”

The bond package includes $50 million for affordable housing in a first for the Ohio capital.

The Stockton City Council voted to issue multifamily housing revenue bonds.

Owners of a Los Angeles complex had argued that their duty to provide affordable units ended when bonds were paid off.

The firm is expanding its bond counsel practice in Virginia and the Southeast.