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Next PPN Coffee Call

August Events

Washington Policy Update

FHLBank Brief

Staff Contacts


Allison Karakis

Senior Director, Government Relations

allison.karakis@fhlb-pgh.com | See Bio

Reginald Belon

Public Affairs Specialist

reginald.belon@fhlb-pgh.com | See Bio


 

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August Events 


 

U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans joined us for an affordable housing roundtable discussion, with the Philadelphia Housing Authority.


Our members, leadership and stakeholders shared information on addressing housing challenges and opportunities, and U.S. Rep. Evans provided insights into furthering housing initiatives, not only within Philadelphia, but across the Commonwealth.



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On Aug. 21, we hosted a tour and check presentation to celebrate 10 new affordable homes for seniors being developed by Ezion Fair Baptist Church in Wilmington, Delaware, with $700,000 funded by the Affordable Housing Program in partnership with our member, WSFS Bank.


We were joined by U.S. Rep. Sarah McBride, staff of U.S. Senators Coons and Blunt Rochester who joined our leadership, Board, Affordable Housing Advisory Council, stakeholders and friends to celebrate the continued progress to bring more housing options to the Southbridge neighborhood. 



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On Aug 28, The Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh joined the 89th Annual West Virginia Chamber Meeting & Business Summit.


It was a great opportunity to hear from U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Jim Justice, and connect with our local stakeholders. We are excited to participate as sponsors and attendees to further economic growth in West Virginia.
 


Washington Policy Update

Allison Karakis, Senior Director, Government Relations


Congress is back in Washington this week after over a month-long recess. Many members reflect on August as being their favorite month as it allows them to connect with so many constituents and truly understand the impact Washington is having back home. Legislators return with a renewed commitment to advocating for the policies that matter most to their districts.



September promises to be a busy month for Congress, with a significant agenda that includes must-do legislation and priorities set by the Administration. The most pressing is government funding which runs out Sept. 30. Bipartisan support will be necessary, adding complexity to the negotiations.


Join us on Sept. 9 for our next Public Policy Network call to get all the updates. 



One Interesting Chart

In the August FHLBank Brief, The Council’s Policy Economist, John Comeau, shared insights into the Federal Home Loan Banks’ Combined Financial Report for the second quarter of 2025, highlighting the System’s continued delivery on its mission, which is to provide reliable liquidity that powers community investment and economic growth in every corner of the country.
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