The National American Indian Housing Council (NAIHC) is coordinating HUD’s National Tribal Housing Summit that will take place Tuesday, September 1 through Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC – Crystal City. HUD’s National Tribal Housing Summit will provide a forum for training, exchanging ideas, and developing best practices for models that implement and sustain effective affordable housing programs under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (NAHASDA). The theme of the National Summit is “Rooted in Tradition: Rising in Resilience”.
Summit Location
HUD’s Tribal Housing Summit will be taking place at the following location:
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
300 Army Navy Drive
Arlington, Virginia, 22202
Booking Link: Coming Soon
Hotel rate: $196 per night (taxes not included).
Hotel Cutoff Date: Friday, August 14, 2026
Airport Shuttle Information
Complimentary shuttle to/from DCA (Reagan National).
Schedule: Typically runs frequently (every 15–30 minutes). One common window is ~5:30 AM to midnight (or similar; confirm exact hours as they can vary).
From the airport: Pickup outside baggage claim at doors 5 & 9 (or similar curbside locations). No need to call in advance for routine service.
From the hotel: Departs from the front/main entrance.
On Demand: For on-demand service, you may need to schedule via trackmyshuttle.com with code 4100.
It does not serve Dulles (IAD).
Recommended arrival
Arrival date recommendations Monday, August 31, 2026 and Departure date Friday, September 4, 2026.
Nearest Airport
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is about 1 mile / a few minutes away.
Tribal Voices in Policy: Reflections on NAHASDA Negotiated Rulemaking
Since the enactment of the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act (NAHASDA) in 1996, negotiated rulemaking has been a cornerstone of ensuring tribal sovereignty in shaping federal housing policy. This panel features tribal leaders who played key roles in multiple rounds of NAHASDA negotiated rulemaking, sharing their experiences, insights, and the enduring impact of tribal participation in the regulatory process.
Through reflection on past sessions and the evolution of tribal-federal collaboration, panelists will highlight the importance of negotiation, consensus-building, and tribal leadership in advancing self-determined housing solutions.
State-Tribal Partnerships Panel
This panel will explore collaborative housing efforts between Tribal nations, state agencies, and non-profits to better serve Tribal members and communities across the country. Moderated by Neil Whitegull, the discussion will examine how these partnerships were formed, what motivates effective collaboration, and how success is defined. Panelists will share lessons learned, highlight key achievements, and discuss ongoing challenges — with a focus on building local skills, strengthening relationships, and creating sustainable housing solutions in Indian Country.
ONAP Updates with ONAP Leadership
This session offers Tribal leaders, housing directors, and TDHE staff an overview of ONAP University subjects. Presenters will cover HUD TA’s new direction, self-monitoring, environmental updates, wage rates, and serving over-income families under NAHASDA. Presenters share strategies for compliance, flexibility, and effective program development to strengthen Tribal housing initiatives.
