As housing advocates tackle urgent challenges at the state level, shifting federal policies on appropriations, tax credit reforms, and HUD programs continue to shape what’s possible on the ground. In this evolving environment, it’s clear that effective state advocacy must be both responsive to federal developments and proactive in influencing them. What can we learn from how neighboring states are responding creatively to federal constraints? How do regional coalitions like the New England Housing Network (NEHN) connect local advocacy to national impact? Whether you're focused on legislation, program implementation, or coalition-building, this session provides actionable insights on how to align state strategies with the broader policy landscape—and why doing so is more important than ever. This session explored how our neighboring states in New England are navigating the federal housing landscape. Panelists shared real-world examples of how cross-level collaboration has advanced housing goals in their states and offer practical strategies for ensuring state voices help shape national housing priorities.