NLIHC, the National Alliance to End Homelessness (The Alliance), and the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) hosted a webinar, “Using the FY25 Appropriations Process to Fund Solutions to Homelessness,” on May 21. Panelists addressed the federal appropriations process and how advocates can engage their members of Congress on the need for robust funding for affordable housing and homelessness programs in the upcoming fiscal year (FY) 2025 appropriations bills. A recording of the call, as well as the presentation slides, are now available.
Kim Johnson, NLIHC’s policy manager, provided an overview of the federal appropriations process. She explained the federal appropriations timeline and emphasized the importance of advocates communicating with members of Congress about why affordable housing and homelessness resources are critical to their community.
Sonya Acosta, senior policy analyst at CBPP, moderated the webinar and discussed what is at stake in FY25. She spoke about the tight spending caps in place for 2025, the president’s budget request, and the need for increased funding for affordable housing and homelessness programs in FY25.
Steve Berg, chief policy officer at the Alliance, discussed how advocates can engage in the process and make an impact. He encouraged advocates to weigh in with their senators and representatives about the need for robust funding for HUD’s affordable housing and homelessness programs, and he provided tips for engaging with members of Congress and their staff.
We have uploaded a recording of the call, as well as the presentation slides.
The next webinar will be held on Tuesday, June 25, from 2 to 3 pm ET. Register for the series at: https://tinyurl.com/2spa9f7b