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The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is proposing a temporary waiver under the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) that would allow the use of domestically assembled solar modules for certain federally funded projects, as fully BABA-compliant solar modules are currently not available in sufficient quantities. The waiver aims to consolidate waivers for multiple projects, reduce paperwork, and support the growth of domestic solar manufacturing. This proposal supports creating a supply chain for American-made solar products and promoting the benefits for communities receiving HUD assistance. HUD is inviting public comments on this proposed waiver, which would be effective until December 31, 2025, with installation by June 30, 2026.

On January 6, 2025, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) had planned to implement updates to the HOME Investment Partnerships Program on February 5, 2025. However, following a presidential directive for regulatory review, HUD initially delayed this to April 20, 2025. HUD now announces further delays for certain parts of the program: one key provision is delayed until October 30, 2025, while another is withdrawn, with other sections remaining scheduled for the original April date. These changes are meant to allow more time for public input and to ensure compliance with existing laws.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is inviting public comments on a proposed information collection related to the designation of housing projects. This proposal aims to revise currently approved data gathering processes to better justify why specific housing projects should be labeled for elderly only, disabled only, or both, and to explore the implications this has on housing accessibility. HUD expects the number of public housing agencies using this process to decrease due to changes in public housing approaches. The public has 60 days to comment on whether this information collection is necessary, and how its processes might be improved or made less burdensome.

On January 6, 2021, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) mistakenly published a notice in the Federal Register stating that $185,730,000 would be allocated for mitigation activities related to disaster recovery. The correct amount is actually $186,781,000. This notice issued on January 15, 2021, serves to correct that error. If anyone has questions regarding this correction, they can contact Aaron Santa Anna at HUD.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is proposing a new information collection to evaluate the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Mobility Demonstration. This initiative aims to assess the impact of mobility services on helping families with children move to areas with lower poverty. HUD is inviting public comments on their proposal and is looking for input on whether the information collection is necessary, accurate, and can be improved. The evaluation will be conducted over a two-phase period and will involve data collection from participating families, public housing agencies, and landlords.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a collection of information to continue designating appraisers and collecting appraisal reports. This is part of the process to ensure accuracy in mortgage insurance under the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), particularly for buyers with limited income and low property equity. HUD is inviting public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and methods of this information collection by February 25, 2025. The collection aims to uphold the quality of appraisals and provide information to potential homeowners about the benefits of independent home inspections.

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has finalized a rule to make its Single Family Sale Program permanent, transitioning it from a pilot program. This program involves the sale of single family mortgage loans that have been assigned to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in exchange for claim payments. The rule aims to maximize recoveries from these sales, enhance HUD's Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund, and eliminate outdated regulations related to HUD's management of single family mortgages. It includes provisions to support nonprofit organizations in acquiring loans and ensures post-sale outcomes that benefit communities and homeowners.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is requesting public comments on a proposed information collection regarding contracting with resident-owned businesses. This notice provides an additional 30 days for public input, with comments due by January 17, 2025. HUD aims to ensure compliance with specific requirements for contracts, including licenses and certifications, for public housing agencies working with resident-owned businesses. The goal is to enhance the quality and clarity of the information collected while minimizing the burden on those responding to the collection.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has issued a final rule requiring public housing agencies (PHAs) and owners of properties receiving project-based rental assistance to give tenants a 30-day written notice before beginning eviction procedures for nonpayment of rent. This rule is intended to provide tenants with more time to resolve rent issues and seek assistance, aiming to reduce unnecessary evictions. The rule adopts and expands upon a previous interim final rule, and it allows for certain flexibility in emergencies declared by the President. Compliance with the rule is required by January 13, 2025, with specific conditions for different types of housing programs.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) published a notice seeking public comments on a proposed information collection related to the evaluation of the Stepped and Tiered Rent Demonstration. This project involves 10 Public Housing Agencies testing new rent policies aimed at reducing administrative burdens and promoting self-sufficiency. HUD is collecting data and conducting interviews to assess the impact of these policies, with an estimated 84.25 annual burden hours and a total annual cost of $19,973.96. Public comments are invited to assess the necessity, burden, and methods of this information collection.