Oregon Housing and Community Services is working closely with Governor Kotek’s office to monitor and assess federal actions that could impact housing in Oregon. As the state’s housing finance agency, OHCS remains committed to serving Oregonians across the housing continuum, from preventing homelessness, to supporting housing stability, to financing the building and preservation of affordable housing, and expanding pathways to homeownership. OHCS will stay focused on advancing solutions that meet the needs of Oregon communities.
Nov. 25, 2025 | Update from the executive director
Continuum of Care Funding Lawsuit
On Nov. 25, 2025, Oregon joined several other states in a lawsuit to block the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from imposing changes that would impact the federal Continuum of Care (CoC) program. CoC’s are regional strategic planning bodies that deliver locally driven solutions to reduce the experience of homelessness among individuals, youth and families.
OHCS is not a pass through of these funds, as other states are, but CoCs often serve as grantee partners of other state and federal resources OHCS administers. Among HUD’s changes, include imposing a severe cap on how much funding CoCs can put towards permanent housing solutions and directing communities to put resources primarily towards temporary housing. Meaning, Oregonians would have fewer options to access permanent housing.
We will continue to update this webpage with information about how federal changes could affect housing programs in Oregon.
Nov. 7, 2025 | Update
Federal Shutdown and SNAP
Yesterday afternoon, a federal court ordered the federal administration to immediately release 100% of funding to pay for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for all recipients nationwide by today, including more than 750,000 Oregonians.
According to the Oregon Department of Human Services, everyone should have full November SNAP benefits on their EBT cards this morning, Nov. 7, 2025, even if you normally receive SNAP later in the month.
For more information, visit the Oregon Department of Human Services website.
We continue to closely monitor the federal shutdown. At this time, there are no direct impacts to OHCS’ housing programs.
Nov. 4, 2025 | Update
Federal Shutdown and SNAP
November SNAP benefits have been delayed due to the federal government shutdown, impacting approximately 757,000 Oregonians.
On Nov. 3, the Oregon Department of Human Services shared that the federal administration is only partially funding November SNAP benefits due to a federal court ruling. These benefits will still be delayed for recipients.
Oregonians who may be impacted by these benefit delays can visit the Oregon Department of Human Services website to stay informed and find preparation tips, local food programs, and other support resources.
We continue to closely monitor the federal shutdown. At this time, there are no direct impacts to OHCS’ housing programs.
Oct. 29, 2025 | Update
Federal Shutdown and SNAP
Approximately 757,000 Oregonians who receive food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will not receive November benefits if the federal shutdown continues beyond Oct. 31.
Oregonians who may be impacted by these benefit delays can
visit the Oregon Department of Human Services website to stay informed and find preparation tips, local food programs, and other support resources.
We continue to closely monitor the federal shutdown. At this time, there are no direct impacts to OHCS’ housing programs.
Oct. 2, 2025 | Update from the executive director
Federal Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
As of Oct. 1, 2025, the federal government shut down because Congress did not approve a fiscal year 2026 budget before the end of Sept. 30 or pass a continuing resolution to keep the government funded and open. This means only essential federal employees are continuing to work, including at the agencies with which OHCS works closely.
At this time, OHCS still has access to the federal systems we rely on to secure funds and we do not anticipate impacts to programs.
OHCS is tracking federal budget discussions, paying careful attention to budget proposals for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and other federal agencies with housing-related programs. To help monitor these, we’ve created the below crosswalk of budget proposals focused on housing programs.
View Info About Budget Proposals
Despite what is happening at the federal level, OHCS will continue working to increase access to stable housing and providing the support Oregonians need to achieve stability. We proudly serve all Oregonians with dignity and respect.
Aug. 20, 2025 | Update from the executive director
Energy Assistance Funding Lawsuit
On Aug. 15, Oregon joined several other states and the District of Columbia in
a lawsuit to block the Department of Energy from imposing changes that would limit support for state-run energy programs. These changes would include impacts to the OHCS-administered Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). The program provides vital assistance to families through funding for health and safety repairs, heating system repair and replacement, and more.
We will continue to update this webpage with information about how federal changes could affect housing programs in Oregon.
July 29, 2025 | Update from the executive director
Federal executive order
On July 24, the White House issued an executive order on homelessness. OHCS is working closely with Governor Kotek and the Oregon Department of Justice to review the executive order’s contents and implications. As we understand it, the executive order on its own does not immediately change OHCS programs, how they are administered, or the agency’s work on homelessness initiatives.
We will be monitoring whether and how federal agencies–such as the departments of Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, and Transportation–may change their programs and policies in response to this executive order, and whether those changes affect OHCS’ priorities or responsibilities. Program eligibility lawsuit
On July 21, Oregon joined several other states in a
class action lawsuit against the federal administration over its new interpretation of rules that restricts states from using federal funds to provide services to those who cannot verify immigration status. These changes would include impacts to the OHCS-administered Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) which provides vital assistance to families through rent support, medical care, or transportation needed to keep their jobs.
July 16, 2025 | Update from the executive director
At the federal level, the Reconciliation Bill was signed into law on July 4. OHCS is working closely with Governor Kotek to review its contents and implications, and we remain committed to ensuring Oregon’s housing needs are not sidelined.
Reduced federal housing spending impacts Oregonians and will impede housing progress in our state. We cannot afford to fail the people of Oregon. It’s becoming harder for people not just to get ahead, but to hang on to what they have. Cuts to critical housing programs will leave families, veterans, seniors, and everyday working people unprepared for the future.
We share in the federal government’s goals of boosting housing supply, lowering household costs, better serving rural and Tribal communities, expanding access to capital, and promoting economic growth.