LANSING, Mich. – Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) CEO and Executive Director Amy Hovey offered this statement following Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signing the state budget for the 2026 fiscal year:

“MSHDA appreciates the Michigan House, Senate, and Whitmer Administration for adopting a balanced budget that keeps our state moving forward, including continued investment in the Housing and Community Development Fund. With this process complete, we can confidently focus on housing solutions and investments that serve and strengthen the lives of our neighbors and communities across Michigan.

“Our priority remains clear: moving quickly to close the 119,000-unit housing gap and ensuring every Michigander has access to a safe, quality, and affordable place to call home in a neighborhood of their choice.”