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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the allocation of $6 million to two nonprofit organizations and a city government to address home health hazards affecting children and families. This marks the second round of funding for this program, following previous grant announcements on April 9, 2024. The funding aims to improve community conditions by renovating older housing, preserving affordable living spaces, and enhancing the health of residents.
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Biden-Harris Administration announces $19M housing investments for climate resilience
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced $19 million in new grant and loan awards to 32 properties under its Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP). These funds are designated for energy efficiency and climate resilience renovations in over 4,260 homes occupied by low-income individuals, families, and seniors. This latest round brings the total funding awarded under the program to more than $773 million, serving 20,752 homes.
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HUD announces $175 million fund for permanent supportive housing
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the availability of $175 million in funding for the construction, acquisition, or rehabilitation of permanent supportive housing. This initiative, launched under the Continuum of Care (CoC) program through the CoCBuilds Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), aims to develop new rental housing units with supportive services for individuals experiencing homelessness. The NOFO allocates $65 million specifically for CoCs in states with populations under 2.5 million people. Applications are due by November 21,...
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HUD offers multilingual updates for housing counselor certification exams
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the availability of a newly updated certification exam for housing counselors. The exam and associated training materials are now available in Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese. Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Office of Housing Counseling David Berenbaum made the announcement at the UNIDOS US Annual Conference Latino Homeownership Meeting in Las Vegas, NV.
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Acting Secretary Todman discusses critical agency investments at UnidosUS Conference
Last week, HUD Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman delivered remarks and participated in a fireside chat at the UnidosUS Conference. The discussion focused on critical investments in housing by the Biden-Harris administration and the importance of addressing homeownership within the Latino community.
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HUD charges Wisconsin landlords over refusal of tenant's disability accommodation
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today that it has charged Tammy and Ramiro Estrada, the owners of a duplex in Appleton, Wisconsin, with violating the Fair Housing Act by refusing to grant a tenant with a disability a reasonable accommodation to live with her assistance animals.
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HUD announces new members for manufactured housing committee
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today the appointment of five new members to serve on the Manufactured Housing Consensus Committee (MHCC), a Federal Advisory Committee. These appointments maintain the MHCC at 21 members authorized under statute to ensure the committee can continue to play its critical role in advising HUD’s Office of Manufactured Housing Programs on recommendations to the standards.
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Hud convenes summit addressing rise in property insurance costs
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) convened a summit today to address the sharp increase in property insurance costs and the lack of available coverage affecting individuals nationwide.
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HUD proposes new rule governing FHA mortgage note sales
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has proposed a new rule to govern the sale of seriously delinquent single-family mortgage loans insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The aim is to expand affordable housing options and enhance community stability.
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Biden-Harris Administration invests millions into national housing redevelopment initiative
President Joe Biden and HUD Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman announced today that the Biden-Harris Administration is awarding $325 million in Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grant funding to seven communities. The funds aim to build more homes and revitalize neighborhoods that have been neglected. The awards will redevelop distressed housing with high-quality mixed-income options while providing residents with services focused on income, health, and education. Additionally, grant funds may be used for neighborhood improvements promoting economic development and...
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Weekend Interview: Crossing State Lines, Jonathan Wolfson Addresses the Need for Uniform Medical Licensing Policies
Jonathan Wolfson is the chief legal officer and policy director at the Cicero Institute. He led the Policy Office at the US Department of Labor and was an official at the Department of Housing and Urban Development. This transcript has been edited for length and clarity.
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HUD offers disaster aid to New Hampshire storm victims
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the implementation of federal disaster assistance for New Hampshire following severe storms and flooding from April 3 to April 5, 2024. President Biden issued a major disaster declaration for Belknap, Carroll, Rockingham, and Sullivan Counties.
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HUD charges multiple entities with racial bias over Denver home appraisal
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today that it has charged multiple entities with housing discrimination for issuing a biased appraisal and then denying a refinance loan application in Denver, Colorado. HUD’s Charge against the appraiser, Maksym Mykhailyna; appraisal company, Maverick Appraisal Group; appraisal management company, Solidifi U.S. Inc.; and lender, Rocket Mortgage, LLC, alleges that the appraiser issued a discriminatory appraisal that undervalued a Black homeowner’s property on the basis of her race. The Charge further alleges...
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HUD allocates $100 million for electrical infrastructure in U.S. Virgin Islands
This week, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the release of $100 million in Community Development Block Grant – Mitigation funds to the U.S. Virgin Islands. The funds are available for the purchase of fuel storage infrastructure benefitting the Islands, streamlining the fuel delivery process, and increasing energy security and resilience on the Islands.
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HUD announces settlement with The Appraisal Foundation over alleged discriminatory practices
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today a historic Conciliation Agreement with The Appraisal Foundation (TAF). TAF is responsible for setting standards and qualifications for real estate appraisers and providing voluntary guidance for industry valuation professionals. This agreement resolves a Secretary-initiated complaint against TAF, alleging discriminatory barriers preventing qualified Black individuals and other persons of color from entering the appraisal profession on the basis of race, in violation of the Fair Housing Act.
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HUD announces new participants in ConnectHomeUSA initiative
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the selection of 97 communities to participate in the ConnectHomeUSA (CHUSA) initiative. This program aims to provide training and technical assistance to help communities access affordable internet, devices, and digital skills training. The chosen communities have demonstrated a commitment to bridging the digital divide for HUD-assisted residents.
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Federal aid initiated for Texas hurricane recovery
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the implementation of federal disaster assistance for Texas, following Hurricane Beryl's impact from July 5 to July 9, 2024. This measure is intended to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the affected areas.
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HUD seeks feedback on revised FHA defect taxonomy for loan reviews
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) have released a revised version of their proposed FHA Defect Taxonomy for Servicing Loan Reviews, seeking stakeholder feedback. The updated proposal aims to provide clearer guidance to mortgage servicers regarding FHA’s servicing loan review process, the assessment of errors or non-compliance with mortgage servicing policies, and potential actions in cases of servicer error or non-compliance.
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HUD awards over $30 million to support economic mobility for public housing residents
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the allocation of over $30 million to 14 Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) across 12 states, aimed at increasing earned income and improving economic mobility for families through the Jobs Plus program. Richard Monocchio, HUD’s Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public and Indian Housing, made the announcement in Jacksonville, FL.
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FEMA-HUD collaboration enhances state planning for disaster-related housing recovery
Today, FEMA, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), published the Pre-Disaster Housing Planning Initiative Report to promote collaborative approaches to disaster housing recovery challenges and bolster state planning for housing recovery before disasters occur.
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