Oklahoma Coalition for Affordable Housing

09/29/2026

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds Hearing on Tribal Housing Needs

By Kayla Blackwell, NLIHC Senior Housing Policy Analyst

09/28/2026

Federal Court Addresses Section 42 and LIHTC Award Disputes

On September 4, the U.S. District Court of Guam issued a ruling in Summer Vista II DE, LLC v. Rivera et al., a case involving a developer's challenge to a LIHTC award made under Guam's 2025 Qualified Allocation Plan.

The court held that Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code does not create a private right of action for developers to challenge allocating agency decisions in federal court. The opinion noted that Section 42 includes its own compliance and enforcement structure through allocating agencies and the IRS. The ruling is consistent with earlier federal decisions in Indiana, Washington, Florida, and Michigan.

The decision is limited to Section 42 and does not address other federal or state laws. Whether the plaintiff will appeal is not yet known.

For members, the ruling is a reminder of the value of the public comment process during QAP development. OCAH participates in each QAP comment period and welcomes member input as we prepare our comments.

This summary is provided for general information and is not legal advice. Source: Novogradac,

Demand for the federal low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) exceeds supply across almost every jurisdiction, every year. Yet despite this long history of intense competition, litigated appeals of award outcomes are rare.

09/28/2026

🏠 ONE MONTH TO GO!

We’re officially just one month away from the 2026 Oklahoma Housing Conference!

Join housing professionals, developers, community leaders, advocates and industry partners from across Oklahoma for three days of education, connection and conversations shaping the future of housing in our state.

🎓 Earn up to 18 hours of Continuing Education!
Take advantage of educational sessions covering timely housing topics, industry updates, development, policy and more—all while earning valuable CE hours.

📅 October 28–30, 2026
📍 Omni Oklahoma City Hotel | Oklahoma City, OK

Whether you’re coming for the CE, educational sessions, networking opportunities or industry connections, there’s something for everyone working to strengthen housing in Oklahoma.

⏰ Don’t forget to register — we’ll see you in OKC!

www.okhousingconf.com

09/23/2026

Social Safety Nets Lower Housing Cost Burden Among the Lowest-Income Renters

09/22/2026

📢 OHFA Pauses Rural Set-Aside Applications

Due to current funding availability, the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency has temporarily paused applications for the Rural Set-Aside within the Oklahoma Housing Stability Program’s Increased Housing Program.

OHFA staff will recommend an application for approval at the September 23 Board of Trustees meeting. If approved, the remaining funds will be insufficient to support another application.

Applications are expected to reopen once program repayments restore the Rural Set-Aside’s available funding to $3 million. OHFA will notify the public when applications are being accepted again.

The Housing Stability Program operates as a revolving funding source. As homes are sold and rental developments transition to permanent financing, funds are repaid and reinvested in future housing developments. Under the program’s rules, 75% of funds must support rural communities.

🔗 Learn more about the Oklahoma Housing Stability Program: https://www.ohfa.org/housingstability/

📄 View the 2026 Annual Report: https://www.ohfa.org/hsp-2026-annual-report/

Loans awarded through the Oklahoma Housing Stability Program mean 1,058 brand-new rental and for-sale homes will be located in communities across Oklahoma.

09/22/2026

🏨 Don’t forget to book your hotel for the 2026 Oklahoma Housing Conference!

The deadline to reserve your room at the Omni Oklahoma City Hotel is September 28 — so don’t wait to secure your stay!

📅 Oklahoma Housing Conference: October 28–30, 2026
📍 Omni Oklahoma City Hotel
⏰ Hotel Booking Deadline: September 28

Stay right where the conference action is and make the most of your time connecting, learning and networking.

👉 Book your room now: https://bookings.omnihotels.com/event/oklahoma-city/ocah-2026

09/21/2026

House Financial Services Committee Holds Markup and Passes Rep. Pressley’s “Eviction Helpline Act”

09/15/2026

⚖️ Fair Housing Guidance Is Changing — Stay Informed

HUD recently issued new guidance addressing the timeframe for bringing Fair Housing Act design and construction accessibility claims, representing a shift from prior federal guidance.

What does this mean for developers and affordable housing professionals?

Join us at the 2026 Oklahoma Housing Conference for Fair Housing for Developers, presented by Patrick Banis. Patrick will discuss this newly issued HUD memo as part of the training and help attendees understand what the latest guidance means for Fair Housing compliance, accessibility requirements, and development practices.

📅 October 28–30, 2026
📍 Omni Oklahoma City Hotel

With federal guidance continuing to evolve, this is an important opportunity to hear directly about the latest developments and how they may affect your work.

www.okhousingconf.com

09/10/2026

⏰ ONE DAY LEFT TO SPONSOR!

The sponsorship deadline for the 2026 Oklahoma Housing Conference is tomorrow, September 11!

Showcase your organization, connect with housing professionals and industry leaders from across the state, and support education and collaboration that strengthen Oklahoma’s housing industry.

📅 October 28–30, 2026
📍 Omni Oklahoma City Hotel

Don’t miss this opportunity to put your organization in front of professionals working throughout Oklahoma’s housing industry.

Secure your sponsorship today by scanning the QR code!
www.okhousingconf.com

09/04/2026

🏛️ Federal insights. State solutions. A stronger Oklahoma.

Start Friday at the 2026 Oklahoma Housing Conference with our two-part Legislative Breakfast, bringing together national and state perspectives on the policies shaping affordable housing.

Part 1 | Federal Update
Hear from Stockton Williams, Executive Director of NCSHA, for an overview of the current federal legislative and policy landscape, emerging priorities, and what they could mean for affordable housing development, finance, and advocacy.

Part 2 | State Policy Update
Tyler Parrett, Executive Director of Housing Forward, will turn the conversation to Oklahoma, covering recent housing legislation and potential policy changes involving OHFA and OUBCC.

📅 Friday, October 30, 2026
⏰ 8:30–9:00 AM
📍 Omni Hotel OKC

Join us October 28–30 for three days of education, networking, CE opportunities, and conversations shaping the future of housing in Oklahoma.

Learn more & register: www.okhousingconf.com