FHFA Director William Pulte called on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to lower interest rates, arguing that this policy would help improve the housing market and support the American middle class. This move is seen as a response to a deteriorating housing market and an attempt to counter policies that sustain economic inequality.

FHFA Director Bill Pulte announced via X that a series of Biden-era housing policies, including special purpose credit programs and advisory bulletins on tenant protections and UDAP enforcement, have been rescinded, leading to mixed reactions from stakeholders.

On June 14, 2024, the FHFA released its 2023 annual report to Congress, outlining challenges in the housing market, including a tight supply of homes and rising costs, and detailing initiatives aimed at promoting equitable access to affordable housing through fair lending practices, energy efficiency measures, and regulatory reforms.

The FHFA issued a final rule titled 'Fair Lending, Fair Housing, and Equitable Housing Finance Plans' which codifies its existing oversight practices and introduces measures to enhance transparency and accountability in fair housing and fair lending. The rule also requires regulated entities to report on efforts to overcome barriers to sustainable housing for underserved communities.

Frontline employees at the Federal Housing Finance Agency voted overwhelmingly (254-24) to have the National Treasury Employees Union represent them, marking a significant win for labor rights within the agency.

The Federal Housing Finance Agency has begun negotiations for its first-ever union contract, addressing issues such as pay equity, employee engagement, and the establishment of a formal grievance procedure. This action follows a strong union vote and aims to improve working conditions for over 500 represented employees.

On November 27, 2023, the FHFA published a final rule updating the Enterprise Regulatory Capital Framework for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The revisions adjust risk weights and methodologies to better manage risks and protect taxpayers, thereby reinforcing financial stability in the secondary mortgage market.

On November 7, 2023, the FHFA released a comprehensive report proposing regulatory and legislative reforms aimed at redefining the mission, improving liquidity management, strengthening housing and community development support, and enhancing governance of the Federal Home Loan Bank System. The reforms include measures to clarify the FHLB mission, tighten risk management, and improve board diversity and executive compensation standards, all of which are designed to promote transparency, accountability, and alignment with community needs.

Frontline employees at the Federal Housing Finance Agency voted 254-24 to have the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU) as their exclusive representative, signaling a strong move towards improved labor rights and workplace advocacy.