Senate Confirms Scott Turner as HUD Secretary
Scott Turner, a former professional football player, has been confirmed as the new Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Senate voted 55-44 to approve his nomination on Wednesday. Turner will led the agency tasked with addressing homelessness, providing housing assistance, and preventing discrimination in the housing market.
The HUD oversees a budget exceeding $70 billion and employs over 10,000 people. Turner’s nomination garnered support from only two Democrats: Senators Peter Welch of Vermont and John Fetterman of Pennsylvania.
Turner previously served as the executive director of the White house Opportunity and Revitalization Council during the Trump administration. During his Senate confirmation hearing last month, Turner highlighted his childhood experiences in Texas and his commitment to tackling the nation’s housing crisis. He cited the need for increased housing availability and effective solutions to combat homelessness, emphasizing the agency’s need for advancement.
HUD plays a vital role in providing housing assistance to millions of Americans. The agency offers rental assistance to over two million families and manages 790,000 public housing units nationwide. HUD also administers mortgage and loan insurance programs for homeowners and allocates block grants to support low-income housing development and community revitalization projects.
The National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officers expressed it’s readiness to collaborate with Turner to achieve equitable housing and thriving communities. They also emphasized the importance of ensuring uninterrupted funding for housing and community development agencies across the country.
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Q&A: Scott Turner Confirmed as HUD Secretary
Who is Scott Turner?
Scott Turner is the newly confirmed Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Interestingly, he’s a former professional football player! During his career, he played tight end for several NFL teams, including the Washington Redskins.
What will Turner’s role at HUD be?
As HUD Secretary, Turner will lead the agency responsible for addressing homelessness, providing housing assistance, promoting fair housing practices, and overseeing a budget exceeding $70 billion.
How did Turner’s nomination fare in the Senate?
His nomination was approved by a 55-44 vote, with only two Democrats supporting him.
What is HUD’s impact on American lives?
HUD plays a crucial role in housing for millions of Americans. It provides rental assistance to over two million families, manages 790,000 public housing units, and offers mortgage and loan insurance programs.
What are Turner’s priorities for HUD?
During his confirmation hearing, Turner emphasized the need for increased housing availability and innovative solutions to combat homelessness.
What is the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officers’ (NAHRO) stance on Turner’s appointment?
NAHRO is ready to collaborate with Turner to achieve equitable housing and thriving communities, emphasizing the importance of continued funding for housing programs.
With Scott Turner at the helm,the future of affordable housing and community development in the United states will be closely watched.
