Last Friday (6/20), the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) Board approved a resolution that firmly opposes any reduction in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding for 2026.

IHDA Board Passes Resolution Against Federal Restrictions

According to an IHDA press release, the resolution was a response to proposed federal cuts that could put affordable housing programs in jeopardy nationwide.

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IDHA Chair King Harris warned that HUD programs serve as a critical lifeline, citing the estimated $2.6 billion that Illinois receives annually, with nearly 400,000 households in the state benefiting from government programs.

Programs like the Housing Choice Voucher Program and Project-Based Rental Assistance being cut could push families closer to eviction and homelessness.

Widespread Impact Beyond Housing

IHDA Executive Director Kristin Faust emphasized the broader consequences, stating that the cuts would destabilize communities and local economies, according to the report.

Faust warned that we could be headed into another housing crisis triggered by investor losses and falling tax revenues, which would put stress on schools, hospitals, and city budgets.

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In 2024 alone, HUD assistance reached more than 390,000 Illinois residents, including seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities.

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IHDA is committed to partnering with HUD and calls on Congress to reject the FY2026 budget proposal.

The board insists that continued federal support is essential for maintaining daily duties, promoting public health, and sustaining economic growth across Illinois.

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