CLPHA Member Update
HUD Seeks Feedback on Choice Neighborhoods Program; Take CLPHA’s Survey to Inform Our Comments
HUD Publishes FY25 Fair Market Rents to be Implemented on October 1
HUD Announces Second Offset to Address Shortfall Funding Needs
HUD Releases Updated FAQs on Emergency Housing Vouchers
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.
HUD Expands Access to HUD-VASH for Veterans
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.
Rate Reduction Incentive (RRI) FY25 Application Period Open
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.
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HUD Releases Monthly Per-Unit Fee Rates to Determine 2024 HCV Administrative Fees
Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 Fails in the Senate
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.