WASHINGTON, Jan. 21,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Land Title
Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land
title insurance industry, issued the following statement from ALTA
CEO Diane Tomb regarding
Scott Turner's nomination as
Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD):
"ALTA congratulates Scott Turner
on his nomination to serve as Secretary of the Department of
Housing and Urban Development," Tomb said. "With his extensive
experience in housing, community development and private-sector
leadership, Scott brings a deep understanding of the challenges and
opportunities facing the housing market. We are confident that his
commitment to fostering public-private partnerships and expanding
housing access will positively impact communities across the
nation. ALTA looks forward to working with him to support policies
that protect property rights, ensure housing affordability and
strengthen the housing market and broader economy."
Turner previously served as the executive director of the White
House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, where he worked to
coordinate federal resources to support distressed communities. His
leadership in both the public and private sectors equips him with a
unique perspective on the nation's housing needs, particularly
during a time when access to safe and affordable housing remains
critical.
About ALTA
The American Land Title Association, founded in 1907, is a national
trade association representing more than 6,000 title insurance
companies, title and settlement agents, independent abstracters,
title searchers and real estate attorneys. ALTA members conduct
title searches, examinations, closings and issue title insurance
that protects real property owners and mortgage lenders against
losses from defects in titles.
Contact: Megan
Hernandez
Office: 202-261-0315
Email: mhernandez@alta.org
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SOURCE American Land Title Association
