Dane County, WI Supports United for Homes Proposal

On April 18, the Dane County Board of Supervisors in Wisconsin became the first local legislative body to pass a resolution in support of the United for Homes campaign to modify the mortgage interest deduction and direct raised revenue to the National Housing Trust Fund. The resolution passed by voice vote with no opposition after being unanimously approved by two of the Board’s committees. Dane County will now send letters with the resolution to Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Ron Johnson (R-WI), and Representative Mark Pocan (D-WI).“Dane County is one of the most expensive housing markets in the Midwest, and expanding affordable housing options is a necessary part of our community’s future,” said Supervisor Matt Veldran, a lead supporter of the resolution. “The National Housing Trust Fund will be an essential resource for local efforts to fight homelessness.”United for Homes seeks to add more local elected officials and legislative bodies to follow Dane County in joining the campaign’s growing list of endorsers. Housing advocates who work closely with local leaders should request the introduction of similar resolutions. A model resolution can be found on the United for Homes website, and more local information can be included as needed. Learn more about United for Homes at www.unitedforhomes.org. View the model resolution at http://bit.ly/15HKVWP. View the Dane County resolution at http://bit.ly/ZOa3st.