National Housing Conference statement on the report of the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) Task Force
The National Housing Conference commends the work of the Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) Task Force, led by Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge and Domestic Policy Director Ambassador Susan Rice. The report’s recommendations are essential steps to dealing with the enduring problem of racially biased appraisals.
Statement of NHC President and CEO David M. Dworkin on the nomination of Sarah Bloom Raskin for Vice Chair for Supervision of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors
Sarah Bloom Raskin is an outstanding choice to be the Federal Reserve Board of Governors’ Vice Chair for Supervision. She is eminently qualified for this critically important role, having served in two key positions during the recovery from the 2008 financial crisis.
Statement of David M. Dworkin, President and CEO, National Housing Conference, on the confirmation of Alanna McCargo as Ginnie Mae President
I commend the Senate for the confirmation of Alanna McCargo as President of Ginnie Mae. In her new role, Ms. McCargo will have the opportunity to ensure that Ginnie Mae policy aligns with the Biden administration’s goals of reducing housing costs and expanding access to homeownership for historically underserved groups. Ms. McCargo has the expertise necessary to get Ginnie Mae back on track after five years without a permanent head.
Statement of David M. Dworkin, President and CEO, National Housing Conference, on the nomination of Sandra Thompson for FHFA Director
President Biden’s nomination of Sandra Thompson to serve as Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is the right choice for one of the most important jobs in housing. Since her appointment as FHFA Acting Director in June, Ms. Thompson has repeatedly demonstrated her commitment to an equitable housing finance system. Her extensive experience at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation makes her particularly well qualified to oversee the safety and soundness of the housing industry through the Government Sponsored Enterprises.