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Missed Our Virtual Convening? Recordings Now Available!
Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, NAHRO remains committed to connecting members and others with industry leaders and important perspectives. In lieu of our cancelled Washington Conference, we put together a complimentary virtual convening on March 30-31, and are now pleased to provide links to both events. Dr. Raphael Bostic, President of the Federal Reserve Bank … Continue reading Missed Our Virtual Convening? Recordings Now Available!
Social Security Recipients Do Not Need to File a Tax Return to Receive COVID-19 Relief Payments
NAHRO has reviewed a press release from the U.S. Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that announces Social Security beneficiaries will automatically receive their Economic Impact Payments. This announcement will allow many seniors and low-income individuals, that have not filed a tax return, to receive their Economic Impact Payment without requesting it. … Continue reading Social Security Recipients Do Not Need to File a Tax Return to Receive COVID-19 Relief Payments
Census Day is Today!!
April 1, 2020 is Census Day and NAHRO would like to share the Census Day press release from the United States Census Bureau. An accurate count is essential to ensure the maximum amount of funding and resources are available to your local community! Census Day Is Here – Make It Count! April 1, 2020 – Today … Continue reading Census Day is Today!!
FY 2020 HCV Funding Implementation Notice Published
Earlier today, HUD published a notice titled “Implementation of the Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2020 Funding Provisions for the Housing Choice Voucher Program” (PIH Notice 2020-04). The notice implements the funding provisions from the FY 2020 appropriations bill for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program. The notice discusses the following: Calculation of calendar year (CY) … Continue reading FY 2020 HCV Funding Implementation Notice Published
HUD PIH to Host COVID-19 Webinar on 4/3/2020 at 3:30 pm ET
HUD’s Office of Public and Indian Housing (PIH) is hosting a conference call at 3:30 pm ET on Friday, April 3rd for its stakeholders. The goal of the call is for HUD staff to discuss how PHAs can best serve their residents. In attendance will be Assistant Secretary Kurtz, PIH Deputy Assistant Secretaries, and representatives … Continue reading HUD PIH to Host COVID-19 Webinar on 4/3/2020 at 3:30 pm ET
HUD to hold Landlord Participation Webinar titled “Education and Outreach Strategies for Landlord Participation” on 4/22/2020 at 1 pm ET
Earlier today, the Department sent an email indicating that they would hold the second webinar in their Landlord Participation webinar series titled “Education and Outreach Strategies for Landlord Participation.” The webinar is scheduled for April 22 at 1 pm to 2:30 pm ET. The webinar will touch on he first published chapter of the HCV … Continue reading HUD to hold Landlord Participation Webinar titled “Education and Outreach Strategies for Landlord Participation” on 4/22/2020 at 1 pm ET
Key Points from Updated PIH FAQ
Here are some key points from HUD PIH’s updated FAQ. This blog post only highlights certain key points in the FAQ; the complete FAQ should be read. Questions can be sent to PIH-COVID@hud.gov; Coronavirus eligible activities – Eligible uses of Operating and Capital Funds (until Dec. 31, 2020): Staff labor hours for emergency planning and … Continue reading Key Points from Updated PIH FAQ
Certain FY 19 Funding Awards Announced
Tomorrow, April 1, HUD will announce certain FY 19 funding awards in the Federal Register. Awards include Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) renewal grants, Lead Hazard Reduction Grants, Choice Neighborhood Planning Grants among others. Recipients of these awards can be located in the appendix of HUD’s announcement.
HUD PIH Posts Updated FAQ for PHAs
The Department’s Office of Public and Indian Housing (PIH) has posted an updated Frequently-Asked-Questions (FAQ) for PHAs on PIH’s COVID-19 Resources page. It is also linked to in NAHRO’s coronavirus page. The updated FAQ (dated 3/30/2020) can be found here.
HUD Updates VMS Reference Definitions
Earlier today, HUD sent a letter to Executive Directors of PHAs updating the Voucher Management System (VMS) reference definitions. The complete letter can be found below. Dear Executive Director: This email is to inform you of recent updates to the Voucher Management System (VMS) Quick Reference Guide and User’s Manual. These changes provide further clarification … Continue reading HUD Updates VMS Reference Definitions