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Edward C. Forst Sworn in as GSA Administrator
WASHINGTON, Dec. 24 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release:
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Edward C. Forst Sworn in as GSA Administrator
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INDIAN RIVER SHORES, FL Today, Edward C. Forst was sworn in as Administrator of the General Services Administration (GSA) by the Honorable Brian T. Foley, mayor of Indian River Shores. Administrator Forst, a Florida resident, is in the state honoring his civic duty locally as a potential juror, and now federally, as the Trump Administration's new GSA Administrator.
Although federal officials are typically sworn-in to office in Washington D.C.,
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 24 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release:
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Edward C. Forst Sworn in as GSA Administrator
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INDIAN RIVER SHORES, FL Today, Edward C. Forst was sworn in as Administrator of the General Services Administration (GSA) by the Honorable Brian T. Foley, mayor of Indian River Shores. Administrator Forst, a Florida resident, is in the state honoring his civic duty locally as a potential juror, and now federally, as the Trump Administration's new GSA Administrator.
Although federal officials are typically sworn-in to office in Washington D.C.,Administrator Forst beginning his service as a member of the Trump Administration in a local Florida community demonstrates his commitment to civic responsibility on a state and national level. Ed will bring this dedication and love of country to GSA and its mission.
"I'm honored that President Trump put his trust in me and I thank Mayor Foley for taking the time to swear me in as GSA Administrator on such short notice," said GSA Administrator Ed Forst. "Over the past four months I've met with GSA employees, listened to what's working well and what we can be doing better. I'm fired up to get to work and proud to start serving in President Trump's Administration for the American people."
Administrator Forst brings nearly four decades of experience in financial services, real estate, and executive management to GSA. He previously served in the U.S. Government as an Advisor to the Secretary of the Treasury and has held executive positions at numerous global firms, including as President and Chief Executive at Cushman & Wakefield, and as a member of the Management Committee at Goldman, Sachs & Co. where he was co-head of the Investment Management Division and Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer.
"Today is a reminder of what public service looks like at its best," said Mayor Brian Foley. "I am proud to swear in a GSA Federal administrator who didn't look for an excuse to delay, but instead honored jury duty during the week of Christmas and still stepped forward to be sworn in so he could immediately begin serving the public. That choice speaks volumes about his character. Our community and the government as a whole is stronger when leaders live those values. I couldn't be more pleased to welcome him into service."
Administrator Forst's nomination received strong support following his testimony before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and he was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on December 18, 2025.
About GSA: GSA provides centralized procurement and shared services for the federal government. GSA manages a nationwide real estate portfolio of over 360 million rentable square feet, oversees more than $110 billion in products and services via federal contracts, and delivers technology services that serve millions of people across dozens of federal agencies. GSA's mission is to deliver the best customer experience and value in real estate, acquisition, and technology services to the government and the American people. For more information, visit GSA.gov and follow us at @USGSA.
Contact
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Original text here: https://www.gsa.gov/about-us/newsroom/news-releases/edward-c-forst-sworn-in-as-gsa-administrator-12242025
USCIRF Welcomes SEAS Envoy Confirmation, Urges Further Confirmations
WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 -- The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom issued the following news release:
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USCIRF Welcomes SEAS Envoy Confirmation, Urges Further Confirmations
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Washington, DC - The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom ( USCIRF ) welcomes the Senate's confirmation of Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun as United States Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism (SEAS). His confirmation advances USCIRF's recommendation to confirm nominees to fill positions critical to advancing freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) abroad.
"With the rise of antisemitism
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 -- The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom issued the following news release:
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USCIRF Welcomes SEAS Envoy Confirmation, Urges Further Confirmations
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Washington, DC - The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom ( USCIRF ) welcomes the Senate's confirmation of Rabbi Yehuda Kaploun as United States Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism (SEAS). His confirmation advances USCIRF's recommendation to confirm nominees to fill positions critical to advancing freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) abroad.
"With the rise of antisemitismabroad, USCIRF is ready to collaborate with SEAS-designate Kaploun as he takes on this critical role," said USCIRF Chair Vicky Hartzler. "Last week's horrific attack on a Hannukah celebration in Sydney, Australia is only the latest reminder of the urgency of this work. The U.S. government should continue to fill key FoRB positions, fielding a full team to advance this foundational American value."
USCIRF has recommended filling other key positions to advance freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) abroad. These include the Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom, Special Advisor for International Religious Freedom at the National Security Council, Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues, and Special Coordinator on Tibetan Issues. Nominations made in 2025 expire on December 31, requiring reappointments in 2026 should the positions not be filled at that time. In addition to the key IRF related positions, placing ambassadors or special envoys in countries that USCIRF recommends for Country of Particular Concern or Special Watch List designations further facilitates advancing religious freedom.
"The IRF Ambassador plays a critical role in U.S. efforts to advance FoRB abroad. We urge the administration and congress to make confirmation for this position a top priority," said USCIRF Vice Chair Asif Mahmood. "Additionally, we encourage the administration and congress to swiftly nominate and confirm key positions, particularly for those countries where ambassadors have been recalled and where USCIRF has reported on religious freedom violations, such as Algeria, Egypt, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam."
Throughout 2025 USCIRF has highlighted key FoRB issues including prison mistreatment, torture and ill-treatment, refugees fleeing religious persecution, and mass atrocities targeting religious communities. Additionally USCIRF's recommendations to advance FoRB can be found in our 2025 Annual Report.
The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) is an independent, bipartisan legislative branch agency established by the U.S. Congress to monitor, analyze, and report on religious freedom abroad. USCIRF makes foreign policy recommendations to the President, the Secretary of State, and Congress, intended to deter religious persecution and promote freedom of religion and belief.
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Original text here: https://www.uscirf.gov/news-room/releases-statements/uscirf-welcomes-seas-envoy-confirmation-urges-further-confirmations
Fannie Mae Releases November 2025 Monthly Summary
WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 -- Fannie Mae issued the following news release:
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Fannie Mae Releases November 2025 Monthly Summary
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WASHINGTON, DC - Fannie Mae's (FNMA/OTCQB) November 2025 Monthly Summary is now available. The monthly summary report contains information about Fannie Mae's monthly and year-to-date activities for our gross mortgage portfolio, mortgage-backed securities and other guarantees, interest rate risk measures, and serious delinquency rates.
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Media Contact
Kelly Antonacci
202-752-4647
Fannie Mae Newsroom
https://www.fanniemae.com/news
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 -- Fannie Mae issued the following news release:
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Fannie Mae Releases November 2025 Monthly Summary
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WASHINGTON, DC - Fannie Mae's (FNMA/OTCQB) November 2025 Monthly Summary is now available. The monthly summary report contains information about Fannie Mae's monthly and year-to-date activities for our gross mortgage portfolio, mortgage-backed securities and other guarantees, interest rate risk measures, and serious delinquency rates.
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Media Contact
Kelly Antonacci
202-752-4647
Fannie Mae Newsroom
https://www.fanniemae.com/news
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TOPICS
* Fannie Mae Corporate
* Financials
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Original text here: https://www.fanniemae.com/newsroom/fannie-mae-news/fannie-mae-releases-november-2025-monthly-summary
Fannie Mae Publishes December 2025 Economic and Housing Outlook
WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 -- Fannie Mae issued the following news release:
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Fannie Mae Publishes December 2025 Economic and Housing Outlook
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WASHINGTON, DC - Fannie Mae's (FNMA/OTCQB) monthly economic and housing outlook, published by the Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group, is now available. The forecast files, which contain the ESR Group's expectations for mortgage rates, single-family and multifamily originations, home prices, and real GDP growth, among other data points, can be found here.
Additionally, going forward, Fannie Mae will use its website, fanniemae.com, as the primary
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 -- Fannie Mae issued the following news release:
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Fannie Mae Publishes December 2025 Economic and Housing Outlook
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WASHINGTON, DC - Fannie Mae's (FNMA/OTCQB) monthly economic and housing outlook, published by the Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group, is now available. The forecast files, which contain the ESR Group's expectations for mortgage rates, single-family and multifamily originations, home prices, and real GDP growth, among other data points, can be found here.
Additionally, going forward, Fannie Mae will use its website, fanniemae.com, as the primarychannel of distribution for its Economic and Strategic Research Group publications, including its monthly economic and housing forecasts and quarterly home price index research products. The company intends to disseminate future Economic and Strategic Research Group releases on its website, fanniemae.com, under "Data and Insights," and does not intend to publish a press release announcing the publication of this information to its website. The company expects to continue to publish the economic and housing forecasts on a monthly basis and the home price index on a quarterly basis. Investors and others should review the information the company makes public through this channel, as such information could be deemed to be material information. For more, visit the Data and Insights page at fanniemae.com.
Opinions, analyses, estimates, forecasts, beliefs, and other views of Fannie Mae's Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group included in these materials should not be construed as indicating Fannie Mae's business prospects or expected results, are based on a number of assumptions, and are subject to change without notice. How this information affects Fannie Mae will depend on many factors. Although the ESR Group bases its opinions, analyses, estimates, forecasts, beliefs, and other views on information it considers reliable, it does not guarantee that the information provided in these materials is accurate, current, or suitable for any particular purpose. Changes in the assumptions or the information underlying these views could produce materially different results. The analyses, opinions, estimates, forecasts, beliefs, and other views published by the ESR Group represent the views of that group as of the date indicated and do not necessarily represent the views of Fannie Mae or its management.
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Media Contact
Matthew Classick
202-752-3662
Fannie Mae Newsroom
https://www.fanniemae.com/news
Photo of Fannie Mae
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TOPICS
* Fannie Mae Corporate
* Data and Insights
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Original text here: https://www.fanniemae.com/newsroom/fannie-mae-news/fannie-mae-publishes-december-2025-economic-and-housing-outlook
FHLBanks Will Not Issue a Global on December 22
WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank System's Office of Finance issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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FHLBanks Will Not Issue a Global on December 22
Today, the FHLBank System is announcing that no Global will be issued or reopened on the December 22 calendar date.
The next Global opportunity for the FHLBanks is January 20, 2026, per the Global calendar that is published and available on the Office of Finance website. On these predetermined dates, the FHLBanks have the option of issuing a new Global, reopening an existing Global, or deferring until the next
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank System's Office of Finance issued the following news release on Dec. 22, 2025:
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FHLBanks Will Not Issue a Global on December 22
Today, the FHLBank System is announcing that no Global will be issued or reopened on the December 22 calendar date.
The next Global opportunity for the FHLBanks is January 20, 2026, per the Global calendar that is published and available on the Office of Finance website. On these predetermined dates, the FHLBanks have the option of issuing a new Global, reopening an existing Global, or deferring until the nextscheduled opportunity.
This announcement is neither an offer to sell, nor a solicitation of offers to buy, these securities.
The FHLBanks have delivered innovation and service to the U.S. housing market since 1932, and currently have approximately 6,400 members serving all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. Please contact Tom Heinle at (703) 467-3646 or theinle@fhlb-of.com for additional information.
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Original text here: https://fhlb-of.com/ofweb_userWeb/resources/PR2025-1222-NoGlobal.pdf
EPA Accelerates Crackdown on Toxic and Poisonous Imports in Concert with CBP, Keeping Americans Safe
WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA Accelerates Crackdown on Toxic and Poisonous Imports in Concert with CBP, Keeping Americans Safe
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EPA enforcement leadership joined CBP officials in southern California for an imports inspection demonstration and tour of the Port of Los Angeles to reinforce coordination and information-sharing.
SAN PEDRO, Calif. - On Friday, December 19, 2025, newly confirmed Assistant Administrator Jeffrey Hall, who oversees the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Enforcement and Compliance
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 23 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA Accelerates Crackdown on Toxic and Poisonous Imports in Concert with CBP, Keeping Americans Safe
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EPA enforcement leadership joined CBP officials in southern California for an imports inspection demonstration and tour of the Port of Los Angeles to reinforce coordination and information-sharing.
SAN PEDRO, Calif. - On Friday, December 19, 2025, newly confirmed Assistant Administrator Jeffrey Hall, who oversees the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Enforcement and ComplianceAssurance (OECA), and his Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator Craig Pritzlaff traveled to southern California to accelerate law enforcement efforts to stop foreigners from profiting off sending poisons and pollution to the United States. Under the Trump administration, EPA is dramatically expanding its imports investigative capacity and enforcement scope beyond the limited efforts of previous years, launching broader investigations that target illegal pesticide and chemical smuggling operations across multiple sectors to safeguard communities, agricultural integrity, and national security. This stepped-up enforcement has led to the blocking of more than 200,000 pounds of illegal pesticide imports at ports across America this year.
In a visit that reaffirmed EPA's commitment to protecting America while furthering cooperative federalism and cross-agency partnerships, AA Hall met with Los Angeles/Long Beach Seaport Port Director Africa R. Bell and other officials from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The EPA and CBP officials discussed how the two entities can continue working together to keep Americans safe from illegal and dangerous imports. This includes efforts to advance further sharing of information critical to inspection, enforcement, and coordination to hold violators accountable. AA Hall also participated in imports inspection demonstrations, visited CBP's examination warehouse, received a briefing from leadership of the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, and toured the Port of Los Angeles by boat.
EPA enforcement serves as the front line for protecting American families from the growing threat of illegal pesticides, toxic chemicals, and other polluting products. It leverages the agency's scientific expertise and regulatory authority to combat criminal operations that endanger public health. Chinese manufacturers and criminal cartels have increasingly exploited regulatory and enforcement gaps to flood American markets with dangerous chemicals, not only poisoning communities but also undermining farmers and businesses who follow federal law. EPA's revitalized, comprehensive imports enforcement directly supports the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) strategy by prioritizing the removal of harmful toxins from American communities and food systems.
"At the Trump EPA, we're committed to securing clean air, land, and water for all Americans," said EPA Assistant Administrator for Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Jeffrey Hall. "That means vigorously enforcing our nation's laws and vigilantly policing the products that come across our borders. We're grateful to have partners at CBP and the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach who share our commitment to ensuring that imported products comply with the law and do not poison our communities."
"CBP has a mission to protect the United States from all threats. At times, those threats come in the form of illegal toxic pesticides and chemicals," said Port Director Africa R. Bell, Los Angeles/Long Beach Seaport. "At the nation's largest seaport, CBP's longstanding partnership with the EPA is a critical component in CBP's ability to intercept toxins and prevent them from harming our communities and the environment."
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Original text here: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-accelerates-crackdown-toxic-and-poisonous-imports-concert-cbp-keeping-americans
2026 Community Investment Offerings
DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 23 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release:
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2026 Community Investment Offerings
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* Bulletin No: 2025-39
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (Bank) is pleased to announce its 2026 Community Investment offerings. In addition to the Affordable Housing Program, the Bank provides grant and loan programs to assist members with funding for veterans' assistance, small business financing, support for community organizations, assistance with heirs' property issues and funding of storm-resistant
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DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 23 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release:
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2026 Community Investment Offerings
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* Bulletin No: 2025-39
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (Bank) is pleased to announce its 2026 Community Investment offerings. In addition to the Affordable Housing Program, the Bank provides grant and loan programs to assist members with funding for veterans' assistance, small business financing, support for community organizations, assistance with heirs' property issues and funding of storm-resistantroofing. See below for 2026 information on each program.
Affordable Housing Program (AHP) General Fund
The AHP General Fund is the Bank's competitive housing subsidy program. AHP grants support the purchase, construction or rehabilitation of owner-occupied and rental housing that serves income-qualified households.
* Up to $1.75 million per project available nationwide
* Apply from Tuesday, March 31, 2026, through Thursday, April 30, 2026, via the GrantConnect portal
The Bank will hold several AHP Workshops throughout the District beginning in February. See fhlb.com/events for dates and locations. Registration will open in January 2026. See fhlb.com/ahp and the Bank's Affordable Housing Program 2026 Implementation Plan for more information.
Community Investment Program (CIP)
The CIP provides advances to assist members in financing owner-occupied and rental housing by providing a favorably priced, match-funding source.
* Funds are noncompetitive and available year-round
* Uses include:
* Purchase or rehabilitation of owner-occupied and rental housing for income-qualified families
* Purchase of mortgage-backed securities representing a pool of loans that could be funded directly with CIP advances
* Investment in Low-Income Housing Tax Credits
* All member institutions eligible to obtain standard advances from the Bank may apply for CIP advances
Disaster Rebuilding Assistance (DRA)
DRA is designed to support households in the Bank's member communities that have been declared disaster areas eligible for individual assistance by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) since January 1, 2022. See fhlb.com/dra for more information.
* $3.5 million available
* Up to $15,000 per homeowner for repairs not covered by insurance or federal or state emergency assistance
* DRA will be provided in two offerings. The first offering will be made available Monday, February 2, 2026 and the second will open Monday, August 3, 2026
* Member cap: $262,500 per offering
* Assists homeowners at or below 80 percent of the area median income
* Each offering is administered on a first-come, first-served basis until the funds are exhausted or November 15, 2026, whichever occurs first
* Any funds remaining at the end of the first offering will be added to the second offering
* New in 2026: DRA requests submitted for roof replacement must be for a FORTIFIED roof unless the structure cannot support a FORTIFIED roof
Disaster Relief Program (DRP)
The DRP helps finance any project that assists in recovery efforts in communities within the Bank's five-state District that have been declared disaster areas by FEMA. Individuals and business owners located within federally declared disaster areas may apply for funds through the Bank's member financial institutions. For more information, visit fhlb.com/disaster.
Economic Development Program (EDP)
The EDP provides members with favorably priced advances to support qualified economic and commercial development projects that benefit their surrounding communities. Hospitals, nursing homes, locally owned restaurants and retail shops are just a few examples of the types of community-centric businesses that have benefited from EDP advances.
* EDP advances may be used for new construction, renovation, small business financing, public works projects and historic preservation
* Funds are noncompetitive and available year-round
* All member institutions eligible to obtain standard advances from the Bank may apply for EDP advances
FHLB Dallas FORTIFIED Fund - Homeownership
The FHLB Dallas FORTIFIED Fund provides grants for a FORTIFIED roof to homeowners at or below 120 percent of the area median income. A FORTIFIED roof is designed to help mitigate damage from hurricanes, high winds, hail and severe thunderstorms.
Members may apply on behalf of multiple households in one request. The requested funds will be disbursed to members upon approval of the applications.
* $10 million available for homeowners
* Two offerings: Monday, January 26 and Wednesday, July 1, 2026
* Annual member cap: $1 million
* Annual intermediary cap: $1 million
* Up to $17,000 per homeowner
* Applications must include a minimum of five households and may include up to a maximum of 50 households
* The roof must be completed in accordance with FORTIFIED requirements certified by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS)
* Available until the funds are exhausted or December 31, 2026, whichever occurs first
* Awarded on a first-come, first-served basis
* New in 2026 : Contractors must be FORTIFIED certified
* New in 2026 : IBHS Wildfire Prepared designation available for properties located in New Mexico only
FHLB Dallas FORTIFIED Fund - Rental
The Bank will support resilient and affordable rental housing through the FHLB Dallas FORTIFIED Fund Rental Program by providing grants to public housing authorities to upgrade existing roofs on affordable rental properties to FORTIFIED roofs.
* $10 million available
* Application window: Tuesday, September 1, 2026 through Wednesday, September 30, 2026
* $1 million available per project
* Projects must be located within the Bank's five-state District
Pathway Fund
The Pathway Fund (formerly Heirs' Property Program) provides grants to organizations with experience addressing heirs' property issues. Heirs' property refers to property inherited without a will or legal documentation of ownership. As property is passed down, the absence of a deed or will can become more complicated and can be a barrier to the ability to sell, collateralize, improve or otherwise transfer the property.
* $3 million available
* Member cap: $700,000
* Nonprofit, governmental entities or federally recognized tribes (collectively, "Organizations") located within the Bank's District may receive up to $150,000 to remediate titles
* Organizations may receive up to $25,000 to provide preventative services like property financial literacy education or preparation of wills
* Application window: Monday, August 3 through Friday, August 21, 2026
* Reviewed in the order received at the end of the application period
* New in 2026 : Organizations may receive up to $175,000 if providing both remediation and prevention services
Homebuyer Equity Leverage Partnership (HELP)
HELP provides grants for down payment and/or closing cost assistance for eligible first-time homebuyers.
* $17 million available
* Up to $25,000 per homeowner in Texas and New Mexico
* Up to $20,000 per homeowner in Arkansas, Louisiana and Mississippi and out-of-District
* Member cap of $150,000
* Funds will be made available in five rounds on January 2, April 6, May 4, June 15 and September 8, 2026
* Available until the funds are exhausted or December 31, 2026, whichever occurs first
* Submit applications via the GrantConnect portal
* Members must submit a one-time enrollment application and agreement
Housing Assistance for Veterans (HAVEN)
HAVEN is a housing program designed to provide grants to households of veterans or active service members who were disabled as a result of an injury during their active military service. The program supports necessary home modifications or offsets new construction costs. It can also be used for down payment assistance for qualified first-time homebuyers.
Grant recipients must have a household member who qualifies as disabled by the Department of Veterans Affairs, a branch of the U.S. military, the federal government or another acceptable source. Alternatively, the funds can be awarded to Gold Star Families.
* $1 million available
* HAVEN is being provided in two offerings: Thursday, January 15 and Wednesday, July 1, 2026
* Funds may be used for home modification, rehabilitation, new construction or down payment assistance for qualified first-time homebuyers
* Available until the funds are exhausted or December 31, 2026, whichever occurs first
Native American Housing Opportunities (NAHO) Fund
The NAHO Fund provides grants from $50,000 to $200,000 to support housing initiatives that federally recognized Native American tribes and Tribally Designated Housing Entitiesorganizations working at the local levelidentify as critical to meeting tribal housing needs.
* $1.5 million available
* Maximum grant size of $200,000
* Application window opens Friday, May 1, 2026 and will remain open until the funds are exhausted or Friday, May 29, 2026, whichever occurs first
Partnership Grant Program (PGP)
The PGP provides funding for the operational needs of community-based organizations (CBOs), which are 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations involved in affordable housing, local community development and small business technical assistance within the Bank's District. PGP applications will be accepted from Wednesday, April 1 through Friday, April 24, 2026.
* $1.5 million available
* The Bank will match member contributions of $500-$5,000 to eligible CBOs at a 5:1 ratio
* Up to $25,000 available per application
* To qualify, the CBO's annual revenue must be equal to or less than $1 million
* Grant recipients will be selected via a lottery system until the funds are exhausted
Small Business Boost (SBB)
SBB provides recoverable assistance to finance the start up or expansion of qualified small businesses. SBB funds are intended to help participating members provide financing for qualified small businesses by filling the gap between what the member can finance, and the loan request made by an eligible small business. SBB is provided to members as a secondary, unsecured loan in conjunction with a loan made by the member to the small business. See fhlb.com/sbb for more information.
* Minimum $4 million available
* The jobs requirement is one job for every $62,500 in SBB funds
* Maximum loan amount is the lesser of $125,000 or 50 percent of the member's loan amount
* No payments are due on the SBB loan in the first year
* Principal amortization begins in year two at which time the member may charge up to 3 percent interest on the SBB loan
* The Bank charges 3 percent interest beginning in the third year of the loan
* Examples of uses: Fill a financing gap due to lack of equity, a shortfall in collateral or initial cash flow challenges
* Available until December 4, 2026
Special Needs Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP provides grants for housing rehabilitation to meet the needs of households with a resident that has special needs. See fhlb.com/snap and the Bank's Implementation Plan for more information.
* $1.8 million available
* $10,000 per household
* Member cap of $20,000 per offering
* Members must submit a one-time enrollment application and agreement
* SNAP-assisted properties must be located within the Bank's District
* Submit applications via the GrantConnect portal
* Two funding windows:
* 8:00 a.m. CT, Wednesday, March 4, 2026 through 5:00 p.m. CT, Thursday, March 5, 2026
* 8:00 a.m. CT, Wednesday, July 15, 2026 through 5:00 p.m. CT, Thursday, July 16, 2026
State Housing Finance Agency (HFA) Education Grant Program
Provides grants to support the growth of homeownership education and financial counseling programs through the State HFAs located in the Bank's District.
* Applications are submitted by State HFAs from Monday, March 2, through Friday, March 20, 2026
* $600,000 in State HFA Education Grants are available for 2026
How to Apply
Detailed information on each of these programs, including applications and enrollment forms, guidelines and other information may be found at fhlb.com/community.
Please check fhlb.com periodically for program announcements. For questions regarding AHP, DRA, FHLB Dallas FORTIFIED Fund, HAVEN, HELP, NAHO Fund, Pathway Fund, PGP, SNAP or the State HFA Education Grant Program, please contact Community Investment at 800.362.2944. For questions regarding SBB, CIP, EDP or DRP, please contact Member Services at 844.345.2265.
I hope you will use our affordable housing and economic development programs in 2026.
Sincerely,
Sanjay K. Bhasin
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Original text here: https://www.fhlb.com/library/bulletins/2025/2026-community-investment-offerings
