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Read. Follow. Verify.Senate Hearing on Homeownership in Indian Country
Record date · January 1, 2020
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What This Bill Does
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs held an oversight hearing on October 16, 2019, to examine challenges and opportunities for homeownership in tribal communities. The discussion focused on how federal loan programs, such as s, and community development financial institutions can help overcome barriers to credit and mortgage access on .
This hearing evaluates the effectiveness of federal housing loan programs and financial tools intended to help tribal members secure mortgages on , where traditional financing is often unavailable.
Who It Affects
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Tribal members
They are the primary target for federal housing loan programs and face specific barriers to mortgage access on trust lands.
Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs)
These organizations provide capital and financial services to tribal communities where traditional banks may not operate.
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on October 16, 2019, to discuss homeownership barriers in Indian Country.
- Tribal communities face unique challenges in accessing credit due to title issues and difficulties in collateralizing assets on trust lands.
- Section 184 loans are identified as a primary federal guaranteed loan product used in Indian Country.
- Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are highlighted as key providers of investment in tribal areas.
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- In North Dakota, five CDFIs received approximately $6.1 million from the Treasury Department's CDFI Fund.
- The Indian Community Economic Enhancement Act of 2019 (S. 212) was introduced to address economic opportunity disparities in tribal communities.
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Focus on non-traditional lending
The hearing highlights a shift toward utilizing CDFIs and federal guarantees to bypass the limitations of traditional mortgage lending in tribal jurisdictions.
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