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The latest news on government activities surrounding BAAA and the industry from our Government Affairs Director, Eric Garduño.

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Rental Assistance Updates - June 1, 2021 Polk County just launched a new Emergency Rental Assistance Program for residents who have experienced...

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Webinar Recording and Materials: Sarasota County Rental Assistance On Wednesday, May 19, BAAA hosted an informational webinar on the Sarasota...

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Coastal High Hazard Area Plays Key Role in Proposed Changes As part of its comprehensive plan update process, Hillsborough County has proposed a...

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Changes and Additional Information Available for Several Programs There are several updates regarding Emergency Rental Assistance Programs (ERAP)s...

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District Court Rules that Eviction Moratorium is Beyond CDC's Authority Moratorium Remains in Effect During Appeal On Wednesday, May 5, U.S....

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Local Mask and Social Distancing Orders Ended Governor Also Signs Bill Barring COVID Passports On May 3, 2021, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued...

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Moratorium Period Set for Six Months; Multi-family Limited Under C-2 Zoned Area On May 4, 2021, the Pasco Board of County Commissioners (BOCC)...

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Letter is a Reminder About New Notice Requirement Staring May 3 On Monday, May 3, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Federal Trade...

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Proposed EV Requirements Would Apply on All New Construction The City of St. Petersburg is considering adopting an update to their existing Electric...

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CFPB Rule Requires Disclosure of CDC Moratoriam by Debt Collectors On April 18, 2021, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued an interim...

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Webinar Recording and Materials - Introduction to the Tampa Housing Authority On April 8, BAAA hosted the webinar "Introduction to Working with the...

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Comprehensive Plan Amendments to Reduce FAR Use Move Forward On April 1, 2021, the Tampa City Council discontinued efforts around a moratorium for...

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