NALHFA 2026 Fall Educational Summit Schedule

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Washington Insider Briefing Breakfast

NALHFA’s Washington Briefing Breakfast offers attendees an exclusive opportunity to hear directly from federal policymakers and congressional leaders at the forefront of shaping the nation’s affordable housing agenda. This timely session will feature remarks and insights from members of Congress and other key decision makers on legislative proposals, regulatory modernization efforts and federal housing initiatives that will influence the future of affordable housing finance. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the evolving political and policy landscape in Washington, D.C. including emerging priorities related to housing supply, affordability and federal housing resources. The program will also explore opportunities, challenges and advocacy considerations facing local HFAs, providing attendees with valuable intelligence to inform their work and engagement with federal partners.

U.S. Economic Outlook & Housing Market Insights

Speaker: Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington, Assistant Vice President for Forecasting & Analysis, National Association of Home Builders

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the current macroeconomic and housing market environment, focusing on the key factors shaping residential construction activity. The session will also explore the major supply-side challenges facing home builders, including elevated construction costs, labor shortages, lot availability constraints, financing conditions, regulatory hurdles, and ongoing affordability pressures. In addition, the session will conclude with the latest NAHB outlook for the housing sector, including forecasts for single-family and multifamily production, as well as key risks and opportunities facing the industry moving forward.

Coffee Break

The Path to Power: A Deep Dive into Key Senate, House, and Governors Races

Keynote: Jessica Taylor, Senate and Governors Editor, The Cook Political Report

In this talk, The Cook Political Report’s Jessica Taylor provides a detailed look at the most important races that will decide the balance of power in Washington — especially in Congress. She delves into the key trends shaping upcoming elections and policymaking, and explores demographic shifts, party dynamics, the economy, social issues, and the other emerging topics that will be top of mind for voters as they make their way to the polls. Taylor’s expertise offers a comprehensive overview of the forces driving political change from the local level to national contests, as well as how the outcomes of various scenarios stand to impact organizations and society.

Educational Session (coming soon)

Affordable Housing Luncheon

Join NALHFA for an Affordable Housing Luncheon featuring a special guest speaker (speaker to be announced). This engaging discussion will provide attendees with valuable federal policy insights and perspectives on the current affordable housing landscape, legislative priorities, and opportunities to strengthen housing finance and community development efforts nationwide.

Educational Session (coming soon)

Coffee Break

Roundtable Exchange: (coming soon)

Roundtable Exchange: (coming soon)

Networking Reception

Conclude the first day of the NALHFA 2026 Fall Educational Summit by joining colleagues, industry partners, and affordable housing professionals from across the country at the NALHFA Networking Reception. This reception provides attendees with an excellent opportunity to connect with local housing finance agency leaders, policymakers, developers, lenders, advisors, and industry stakeholders in a relaxed and engaging setting. Whether reconnecting with longtime colleagues or building new relationships, the Networking Reception is the perfect way to begin the Summit.

Sponsor Dinners by Invitation

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State of Play: Washington Policy Briefing Breakfast

Before we head to Capitol Hill to engage with members of Congress, join us for an insider’s perspective on the ever-shifting political landscape in Washington and what it means for the affordable housing finance industry.

This session will explore the latest legislative and regulatory priorities impacting affordable housing while examining the political dynamics shaping the broader housing environment. Attendees will gain valuable insights into key policy issues, the outlook for Congress and the Administration, and the challenges and opportunities facing the industry in the months ahead.

The discussion will help prepare participants for effective advocacy meetings on Capitol Hill and provide important context on how federal policy decisions may impact local housing finance agencies, affordable housing development, and community investment efforts nationwide.

Capitol Hill Appointments

Closing Networking Happy Hour

Wrap up the Fall Educational Summit and a day of incredible meetings with members of Congress, by connecting with colleagues, industry partners, and affordable housing leaders at NALHFA’s Closing Networking Happy Hour. This gathering provides attendees with an opportunity to continue conversations from the day

The Happy Hour is a great opportunity for sponsors and attendees alike to engage directly with decision-makers and practitioners from across the affordable housing finance industry while celebrating a successful Summit experience. Be sure to join us to close out a day of impactful meetings on Capitol Hill, share your stories and insights from the day, and celebrate with fellow industry leaders.