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Maine Can Lead the Way on Housing Policy

Thank you to everyone that attended, sponsored, exhibited, and spoke at the MAHC Housing Policy Conference.

A changing Federal policy landscape may create opportunities for tax policy during the 2025 "tax super bowl", as well as regulatory change that supports housing, according to keynote speaker Jennifer Schwartz of the National Council of State Housing Agencies. Meanwhile, state policy makers on a panel shared that they will continue to focus on expanding access to housing through ongoing funding, streamlining development, and more. A sold out 320 person crowd also heard from a panel on land use and permitting models; and a panel of business leaders that have taken steps to address the housing crisis. MAHC also recognized award winners for their leadership on housing - Senator Teresa Pierce, Chris LaRoche of Westbrook Housing, and Kennebunk Savings Bank. Find speaker presentations and highlights of the award winners here.

Senator Teresa Pierce receiving the Elizabeth H. "Libby" Mitchell award for her leadership of Maine's first Housing Committee. Presented by Amy Cullen, The Szanton Company.

Businesses leading the way addressing housing - Lighthouse Credit Union, The Jackson Laboratory, Kennebunk Savings Bank - share their story with moderator Quincy Hentzel, Portland Region Chamber.

Keynote speaker, Jennifer Schwartz, National Council of State Housing Agencies.

Housing is the number one issue in our state. A sold out crowd learning and planning for a place to call home for all Maine people.

Land Use Panel including Elisa Margolin, Housing Action NH; Jeff Levine, Levine Planning Strategies / MIT; Gary Vogel, Drummond Woodsum.

Maine Housing Policy Forecast Panel with Sen. Teresa Pierce and Rep. Mark Blier, moderated by BJ McCollister, MAHC/Resurgam Group.

Thank You to All Conference Sponsors