Advocacy

Image for Housing First Minnesota and Building Talent Foundation Join Forces to Tackle State’s Construction Workforce Challenges

Housing First Minnesota and Building Talent Foundation Join Forces to Tackle State’s Construction Workforce Challenges

In a state where the demand for housing is soaring, Housing First Minnesota, the state’s foremost advocate for the housing industry, and Building Talent Foundation, a national nonprofit committed to advancing the education, training, and career progression of youth and underrepresented individuals in residential construction, have joined forces to…

Posted in Advocacy, Housing Industry | Tagged:

Image for Housing First Minnesota Honors 2023 Legislators of the Year

Housing First Minnesota Honors 2023 Legislators of the Year

ROSEVILLE, MINN — Housing First Minnesota, the state’s leading voice for housing, has recognized Sen. Eric Lucero (R-St. Michael) and Rep. Shane Mekeland (R-Clear Lake) as recipients of the 2023 Legislator of the Year awards. The honor recognizes legislators for their efforts in promoting housing affordability and homeownership opportunities for everyone,…

Posted in Advocacy, Awards | Tagged:

Image for Housing First Minnesota Honors 2022 Legislators of the Year

Housing First Minnesota Honors 2022 Legislators of the Year

Sen. Howe and Rep. Elkins honored as champions for homeowners Housing First Minnesota, the state’s leading voice for housing, has recognized Sen. Jeff Howe (R-Rockville) and Rep. Steve Elkins (DFL-Bloomington) as recipients of the 2022 Legislator of the Year Awards. The honor recognizes legislators for their efforts in promoting housing affordability and homeownership…

Posted in Advocacy, Awards | Tagged: BIG Night, Housing Affordability, Housing Awards, Housing First Minnesota, Legislator of the Year, Minnesota Legislature, Rep. Steve Elkins, Sen. Jeff Howe

Image for Housing First Minnesota Awards 23 Legislators with Housing Leadership Award

Housing First Minnesota Awards 23 Legislators with Housing Leadership Award

Award Recognizes Legislators That Promoted Housing Affordability and Homeownership Opportunities During the 2022 Legislative Session Housing First Minnesota has named 23 Minnesota state legislators as recipients of the 2022 Housing Leadership Award. This honor recognizes legislators who worked to promote housing affordability and homeownership during the 2022 legislative session. “As more and…

Posted in Advocacy, Housing First Minnesota News | Tagged: 2022 legislative session, Homeownership, Housing Affordability, Housing Awards, Housing Leadership Awards, Minnesota Legislature

Image for Housing First Minnesota Honors 2021 Legislators of the Year

Housing First Minnesota Honors 2021 Legislators of the Year

Sen. Draheim and Rep. Quam honored as champions for homeowners Housing First Minnesota, the state’s leading voice for housing, has recognized Sen. Rich Draheim of Madison Lake and Rep. Duane Quam of Byron as recipients of Housing First Minnesota’s Legislator of the Year Awards. The honor recognizes legislators for their efforts in promoting housing…

Posted in Advocacy, Housing First Minnesota News | Tagged: Housing Awards, Legislators of the Year, Minnesota Legislature, The Big Night

Image for Housing First Minnesota Awards 23 Legislators with Housing Leadership Award

Housing First Minnesota Awards 23 Legislators with Housing Leadership Award

Award Recognizes Legislators That Promoted Housing Affordability and Homeownership Opportunities During the 2021 Legislative Session Housing First Minnesota has named 23 Minnesota state legislators as recipients of the 2021 Housing Leadership Award. “With inventory at an all-time low, affordability at its worst in decades and the widest homeownership gap in…

Posted in Advocacy, Housing Industry | Tagged: Housing Leadership Award, Minnesota Legislature

Image for Housing First Minnesota’s Statement on Lawsuits Against the Cities of Dayton and Corcoran Over Building Permit Fees

Housing First Minnesota’s Statement on Lawsuits Against the Cities of Dayton and Corcoran Over Building Permit Fees

Legal actions initiated to bring building permit fees into compliance with state law in order to protect housing affordability and homeownership Housing First Minnesota has initiated lawsuits against the cities of Corcoran and Dayton in Hennepin County District Court over disproportionate building permit fees, which are contrary to state law.

Posted in Advocacy, Uncategorized | Tagged:

Image for Housing First Minnesota Political Action Committee Endorses Candidates for the Minnesota Legislature

Housing First Minnesota Political Action Committee Endorses Candidates for the Minnesota Legislature

Housing First Minnesota’s Political Action Committee (PAC) is proud to announce its endorsement of candidates for election and re-election to the Minnesota legislature. These endorsements reflect each candidates’ demonstrated commitment to a vibrant housing market that ties together the communities of our state. These candidates represent a growing array of housing champions…

Posted in Advocacy | Tagged:

Image for Housing First Minnesota Honors 30 State Legislators with Housing Leadership Award

Housing First Minnesota Honors 30 State Legislators with Housing Leadership Award

ROSEVILLE, MINN.  — Housing First Minnesota, the state’s leading voice for the housing industry, has named 30 Minnesota state legislators as recipients of the 2020 Housing Leadership Award. This honor recognizes legislators who worked to promote housing affordability and homeownership during the 2020 legislative session. “At a time when the housing affordability crisis continues to…

Posted in Advocacy, Housing First Minnesota News, Housing Industry | Tagged: Housing Leadership Award

Image for Housing and Session Priorities Event Reveals Call For Action to Fix Minnesota’s Housing Market

Housing and Session Priorities Event Reveals Call For Action to Fix Minnesota’s Housing Market

Legislative Panel Agrees it’s Time For All to Come Together For Solutions Housing experts and legislators took a look at the current housing market conditions and discussed ways to address the region’s affordability challenge during the Housing 2020: Session Preview hosted by Housing First Minnesota on Thursday morning. The event…

Posted in Advocacy, Housing First Minnesota News, Housing Industry | Tagged:

© Housing First Minnesota. All rights reserved.