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The memorandum from the President directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to review and address recent federal housing regulations and their compliance with the Fair Housing Act's requirements. It acknowledges the long history of discrimination in housing and the government's role in perpetuating racial segregation. The memorandum emphasizes the need for the federal government to actively promote fair housing practices and ensure equal access to housing for all communities. This is part of a broader effort to redress past discriminatory practices and promote diverse and inclusive communities.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has issued a notice to gather public comments on the Affirmative Fair Housing Marketing Plan (AFHMP) forms over a 60-day period in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. These forms document advertising and outreach practices of various housing project owners or developers to ensure fair access to housing without discrimination. HUD is requesting feedback on the information collection practices, focusing on practicality, accuracy, and ways to leverage technology such as electronic submissions. Public feedback is sought to ensure that the collection process is efficient and inclusive, in compliance with federal regulations.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is announcing a virtual business meeting of the Wyoming Advisory Committee to discuss future actions related to their project on housing discrimination and fair housing practices in Wyoming. The meeting will take place via Zoom on March 13, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Mountain Time and is open to the public, who can listen in and participate in an open comment period. Written comments are welcome within 30 days after the meeting and can be sent to Kayla Fajota, the Designated Federal Officer. Closed captioning will be provided, and additional accommodations can be requested by contacting Liliana Schiller at least 10 business days prior to the meeting.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights announced a virtual business meeting of the Ohio Advisory Committee scheduled for February 28, 2024, via Zoom. At this meeting, attendees will discuss follow-up activities on a report about Source of Income Discrimination in Ohio housing and explore new topics for future studies. The public can participate through a registration link or by phone, and opportunities will be provided for public comments. Written comments can be submitted up to 30 days post-meeting, and records from the meeting will be accessible online.