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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the availability of federal disaster assistance for Iowa following the severe winter storm that occurred on March 19, 2025.
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HUD announces federal aid package for Mississippi storm recovery

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced new federal disaster assistance for Mississippi following severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding that occurred on March 14-15, 2025.
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Houston dedicates federal disaster funds toward power protection initiative

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner and Houston Mayor John Whitmire have announced that the city plans to allocate a substantial part of its federal disaster recovery funding to support the Power...
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HUD announces regulatory rollbacks during National Homeownership Month

During National Homeownership Month, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) implemented a series of regulatory changes and initiatives to improve access to homeownership across the United States.
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HUD proposes uniform mortgage insurance premium rates for multifamily programs

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced a proposal to standardize mortgage insurance premiums for all multifamily programs at 25 basis points, effectively ending the separate green and energy efficient category.
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Tim Geitner named HUD regional administrator for Rocky Mountain Region

Tim Geitner has been appointed as the new Regional Administrator for the Rocky Mountain Region (Region VIII) of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), according to an announcement by HUD Secretary Scott Turner. “I’m excited to...
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HUD announces federal aid after severe winter storm impacts Nebraska

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced new federal disaster assistance for Nebraska, following severe winter storms and straight-line winds that impacted the state on March 18-19, 2025.
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Andrew Hughes confirmed as Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Andrew Hughes as the Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with a 51-43 vote.
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Joseph J. DeFelice named Assistant Deputy Secretary at HUD

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has appointed Joseph J. DeFelice as Assistant Deputy Secretary for the Office of Field Policy and Management, as well as Regional Administrator for the Mid-Atlantic...
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HUD announces federal disaster aid measures after Missouri storms

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced federal disaster assistance for Missouri following severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and wildfires that occurred from March 14-15, 2025. “HUD serves every...
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HUD hosts roundtable with Kansas City housing leaders on affordable home development

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Great Plains Regional Administrator Joe Mitchell led a two-day roundtable in Kansas City, Kansas, bringing together affordable housing developers and finance leaders from the area.
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HUD announces federal aid package for Kansas after March severe weather

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced new federal disaster assistance for Kansas following severe weather events in March 2025, which included a winter storm, strong winds, flooding, and wildfires.
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HUD imposes 90-day foreclosure freeze for Texans after deadly flash floods

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a 90-day foreclosure moratorium on Federal Housing Administration (FHA)-insured single-family mortgages in Kerr County, Texas, following severe storms and flooding that began...
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HUD declares Atlantic City Housing Authority in default; plans federal takeover

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has declared the Atlantic City Housing Authority (ACHA) in substantial default, citing ongoing mismanagement and failure to provide safe housing conditions for residents.
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HUD marks six years of Foster Youth to Independence program

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is marking the sixth anniversary of its Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) initiative, a program designed to support young people transitioning out of foster care.
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Joe Mitchell appointed as HUD regional administrator for Great Plains Region

Joe Mitchell has been named the new Regional Administrator for the Great Plains Region (Region VII) of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), according to an announcement from HUD Secretary Scott Turner.
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HUD announces disaster assistance measures for Arkansas after spring storms

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced federal disaster assistance for Arkansas to support recovery efforts following severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that took place from April 2 to April 22, 2025. “HUD...
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HUD announces federal aid for Kentucky after May tornadoes

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced federal disaster assistance for Kentucky following severe storms, straight-line winds, and tornadoes that occurred on May 16-17, 2025.
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HUD backs new executive order focused on accountability in homelessness programs

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner has expressed support for President Trump’s Executive Order titled “Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets.” The order aims to increase accountability in...
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HUD announces federal disaster aid for Oklahoma after March wildfires

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced new federal disaster assistance for Oklahoma to support recovery from wildfires and straight-line winds that occurred in March 2025.
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