As Congress advances the FY27 appropriations process and agencies begin implementing current-year funding, federal policy and budget signals are continuing to evolve. This members-only Discussion Circle will focus on what community development leaders should be watching and what emerging funding and administrative developments could mean for housing, small business, and community based programs. The conversation will center on what’s most relevant across housing, community development, and small business. We’ll discuss: - The status of FY27 funding, early appropriations signals, and future earmark timelines - Implementation updates at HUD, Treasury, SBA, and HHS - Emerging executive actions and regulatory developments - What organizations should prepare for as the budget cycle progresses