The 1996 policy was withdrawn in full without replacement. There is no updated framework, no FAQ, and no clarification from HUD as to how PHAs should proceed.
The agency recently confirmed it will move out of the aging Robert C. Weaver Federal Building, which has long been criticized for its condition, and into the National Science Foundation’s current offices. Approximately 2,700 HUD employees are expected to relocate, while more than 1,800 NSF staff will be displaced.
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing a case with potential consequences for how executive power and judicial oversight interact. The case’s outcome could directly affect federal housing programs and grant disbursements.
On April 8, the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing focused on long-standing concerns at HUD, including improper payments, outdated systems, and challenges in program oversight. The sole witness was Stephen M. Begg, Acting Inspector General of HUD, who outlined current risks and testified to ongoing efforts to strengthen the agency’s operations and accountability.
Amid reports that HUD is planning to shut almost two-thirds of HUD’s state field offices, Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Mike Rounds (R-SD) have stepped forward in a rare bipartisan effort to save HUD’s local presence. These field offices, which serve as lifelines between HUD and communities, provide customized assistance to housing providers, direct assistance to families, and provide oversight to prevent federal housing funding abuse.
Scott Turner, President Trump’s pick for HUD Secretary, recently shared his vision for tackling America’s housing crisis. Speaking to the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, Turner stressed the critical need to build millions of homes to provide affordable living options for families and individuals.
