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HUD Disaster Aid and Financial Flexibility for Louisiana

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced disaster aid and financial flexibility for Louisiana residents impacted by severe winter storms in January 2026. This includes a 90-day moratorium on FHA mortgage foreclosures and extensions for certain mortgage programs, effective February 18, 2026.

HUD Applauds Executive Orders on Housing Construction and Mortgage Credit

HUD Secretary Scott Turner announced support for two Executive Orders aimed at reducing regulatory barriers to affordable home construction and increasing access to mortgage credit. These orders seek to terminate burdensome regulations that increase housing costs and borrowing expenses, with projected savings of $212 billion.