Housing Policy Gridlock (Michigan): Michigan lawmakers still can’t agree on a plan to ease a shortage of 119,000+ homes, leaving prices up to $263,590 on average and pushing homeownership out of reach. Affordable Housing Pushback (Derby, Indiana): Derby’s City Council rejected incentives for a proposed 144-unit affordable multifamily project after neighbors raised concerns. Seniors Housing Ribbon-Cutting (Huntsville): Huntsville opened Grove at Indian Creek, a 48-unit affordable community for renters 55+ earning up to 60% of area median income. Finance for Construction (U.S. housing lending): Acts Housing’s lending arm won federal CDFI certification, aiming to unlock new Treasury CDFI Fund grants starting in spring 2027. Rent & Demand Signals (U.S. multifamily): Yardi reports multifamily rents are rising modestly, but growth is slower than historical norms and absorption is down. Fair Housing Complaint (Hawaii): A Greystar-linked case alleges voucher discrimination across multiple states, including a Wailuku property. Foreclosure Drift (U.S.): ATTOM says foreclosure filings rose in H1 2026, with more homeowners showing strain. New Federal Housing Act (U.S.): Oklahoma’s OHFA is reviewing the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to prepare for new tools and program updates. Construction Disruptions (Rhode Island): RIDOT will shift traffic patterns on two I-295 bridges starting July 19–21 as a $63.5M accelerated bridge project continues. Infrastructure & Land Use (Canada): Saskatchewan housing starts jumped 100.3% year over year in June, signaling renewed construction momentum.