CLPHA Member Update

On August 1, HUD posted new FAQs on the EHV website which provide guidance on the termination of vouchers and shortfalls, covered in PIH Notice 2023-14.

Today, HUD announced policy changes to the VASH program aimed at improving access to housing opportunities for veterans with service-connected disability benefits. HUD is expanding access to HUD-VASH by requiring PHAs to set initial income eligibility for veterans at 80% of AMI, rather than 50% of AMI.  

HUD has opened the FY2025 Rate Reduction Incentive (RRI) application period. The RRI is a financial incentive for PHAs that take action beyond normal public participation in rate-making proceedings, such as well-head purchases or natural gas, administrative appeals, or legal action to reduce their utility rate. PHAs can utilize this benefit through the Operating Fund.  

Legislation Unlikely to Pass in Current Congress

Today, the Senate failed to advance H.R. 7024, The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. With a final vote of 48-44, the Senate needed a three-fifths majority, or 60 votes, to end debate (a procedure known as cloture) and bring the legislation to an immediate vote on the Senate floor.