All Ohio-based USDA Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program (SFHGLP) loan processing and activity transferred to the SFHGLP Origination and Processing Division as part of a new, nationally-integrated model. 

Lenders with application-specific questions for loans on properties located in Ohio should email: SFHGLP.OPD2@usda.gov

For general inquiries not related to a specific application or file, please email: sfhgld.program@usda.gov

(Washington, D.C., May 2, 2025) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced the latest slate of presidential appointments for key Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Rural Development (RD) State Director roles. Dane Maxwell has been appointed to serve as State Director for Rural Development in Mississippi.

When storms hit rural communities, oftentimes fewer resources are available to assist them in cleanup efforts. This is the case for the east-central community of Colman with a population of 600 citizens. The city’s budget is tight, leading to stretched-thin resources.

1. Finding of No Significant Impact for the Hoosier Energy Rural Electric Cooperative and Palisades Energy LLC Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)

1. Finding of No Significant Impact for the Wolverine Power Supply Cooperative and Palisades Energy LLC Power Purchase Agreement (PPA)

The proposed project is a 1.5 MW solar farm including access roads, fencing, and associated utilities. The site is approximately 11 acres in size located in Massac County, IL.

Staff assignment name:  Russell Japuntich
Project submittal date: 5/17/2025
Project Approval Date: 7/22/2025
DOE CE Applied: B5.16