U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development seeks Public input on Design of New Green and Resilient Retrofit Program for Multifamily Assisted Housing Properties | site |
Part of President Biden’s landmark Inflation Reduction Act, the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program will provide funding to enhance energy efficiency and climate resiliency in HUD Multifamily assisted housing properties.
Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: September 26, 2022
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today released a Request for Information in public inspection form in the Federal Register to obtain public input regarding the development of its Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP). President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act provided $1 billion in funding to HUD’s Office of Multifamily Housing Programs to implement the GRRP, as well as to...
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HUD seeks Public input on Design of New Green and Resilient Retrofit Program for Multifamily Assisted Housing Properties
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USDA Announces Additional Farm Service Agency and Rural Development State Directors
U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Additional Farm Service Agency and Rural Development State Directors | site |
Washington, May 19, 2022 - - Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint two U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regional positions, including one Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director and one Rural Development (RD) State Director. “I am thrilled we continue to add state directors to be the face of USDA programs in rural and farm communities,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to building a better America, and these state directors are critical to accomplishing that.” FSA State Executive Directors oversee Farm Service Agency operations and agricultural policy implementation in the state. Each State Executive Director works with the State Committee to administer FSA programs and County office operations, develops and maintains stakeholder relationships with cust... -
U.S Department of Agriculture Announces Intent to Establish Subcommittee on Rural Community Economic Development for its Equity Commission
U.S Department of Agriculture Announces Intent to Establish Subcommittee on Rural Community Economic Development for its Equity Commission | site |
USDA also seeks nominations for subcommittee
Information contained in U.S. Department of Agriculture press release dated: April 7, 2022
Washington, April 7, 2022 - - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it will establish a Rural Community Economic Development (RCED) Subcommittee as part of the recently launched Equity Commission. Nominations and applications for membership to the RCED Subcommittee are due on May 6.
The Federal Register Notice is another important step towards fully implementing President Biden’s commitment to create an Equity Commission and the American Rescue Plan Act provision that directs USDA to “address historical discrimination and disparities in the agriculture sector… [through] one... -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Fudge Delivers Remarks at Fair Housing Month Virtual Ceremony
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Fudge Delivers Remarks at Fair Housing Month Virtual Ceremony| site |
Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) press release dated: April 6, 2022
Washington - - Secretary Marcia L. Fudge on Tuesday delivered virtual remarks at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity annual Fair Housing Month Ceremony.
View the recording of Tuesday’s Fair Housing Month Ceremony here.
Remarks as delivered by Secretary Fudge:
I am thrilled to join you to commemorate the 54th anniversary of a law that guarantees one of our most basic rights—the right to be free from housing discrimination. On April 11, 1968, 54 years ago, at the height of the Civil Rights Movement, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Fair Housing Act into law. The Fair Housing Act recognized what generations have k... -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announces 2.7 Billion Dollars Funding Opportunity to help People experiencing Homelessness
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announces $2.7 Billion Funding Opportunity to help People experiencing Homelessness | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: August 18, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is making $2.656 billion in FY 2021 Continuum of Care Program (CoC) competitive funding available to homeless services organizations across the country for supportive services and housing programs for people experiencing homelessness. Read HUD’s Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). “The safety of a stable home is essential during the COVID-19 pandemic and this Administration is committed to meeting the needs of the more than half a million Americans who are struggling with homelessness on any given day,” said HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. “Coupled with the historic resources in the American Rescue Plan, the C... -
Damon Smith Sworn in as General Counsel of Housing and Urban Development
Damon Smith Sworn in as General Counsel of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development [HUD] press release dated: August 12, 2021)
Washington - - Today, Damon Smith was officially sworn in as General Counsel of Housing and Urban Development.
HUD Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman issued the oath of office to General Counsel Smith during a ceremony at HUD’s headquarters. General Counsel Smith was confirmed by the Senate by unanimous consent on August 11.
(Courtesy: HUD)
General Counsel Smith most recently served as a Senior Advisor to HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. Before joining HUD in 2021 as Principal Deputy General Counsel, General Counsel Smith served as Senior Director of Advocacy and Counsel at the Credit Union... -
U.S. Department of the Treasury Announces Fossil Fuel Energy Guidance for Multilateral Development Banks
U.S. Department of the Treasury Announces Fossil Fuel Energy Guidance for Multilateral Development Banks | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: August 16, 2021)
Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued Fossil Fuel Energy Guidance for Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), which is key Guidance in response to President Biden’s Executive Order 14008 on Tackling the Climate Crisis At Home and Abroad announced earlier this year. In its Guidance, Treasury advocates for MDB investments prioritizing clean energy, innovation, and energy efficiency, which will help achieve a clean and sustainable future consistent with the development goals of the Paris Agreement. U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen previewed Treasury’s MDB Guidance at the April 2021 G7 Leaders Summit on Climate and more recently discussed this with Heads of the MDBs in... -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announces Key Staff Appointments
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announces Key Staff Appointments | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: July 9, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced several key additions to HUD staff since March. These talented and diverse individuals join HUD ready to deliver results for the American people by tackling our nation’s housing challenges to build a stronger, more equitable America.
Appointees are listed below in alphabetical order. Previously announced appointees are listed here and here.
Victoria Brown, Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of the Secretary Mikaela Gerwin, Special Assistant and Briefing Book Coordinator, Office of the Secretary David Gonzalez Rice, Special Assistant for Housing and Services, Office of the Secretary Caitlin Grady, Director of Scheduli... -
Statement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Intent to Nominate Representative Xochitl Torres Small to Serve as Under Secretary for Rural Development
Statement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Intent to Nominate Representative Xochitl Torres Small to Serve as Under Secretary for Rural Development | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Agriculture [USDA] press release dated: June 18, 2021)
Statement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Intent to Nominate Representative Xochitl Torres Small to Serve as Under Secretary for Rural Development
Washington, June 18, 2021 – “Representative Xochitl Torres Small’s nomination to serve as Under Secretary for Rural Development reflects the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to advancing rural prosperity. Her nomination is responsive to rural stakeholders and Congress; both have emphasized the importance of having a dedicated advocate for rural communities among the Department’s Subcabinet. As the daughter of migrant farm workers and a native of rural New Mexico, Torres Small represents the heart... -
Adrianne Todman Sworn in as Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Adrianne Todman Sworn in as Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development [HUD] press release dated: June 14, 2021)
Washington - - Today, Adrianne Todman was officially sworn in as the twelfth Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge issued the oath of office to Deputy Secretary Todman during a ceremony at HUD’s headquarters that was livestreamed to the department’s staff. Deputy Secretary Todman was confirmed by the Senate by unanimous consent on June 10.
Deputy Secretary Todman most recently served as the CEO of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO). Before...Adrianne Todman Sworn in as Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
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U.S. Treasury Awards 1.25 Billion Dollars to CDFIs to Support Economic Relief in Underserved Communities Affected by COVID-19
U.S. Treasury Awards $1.25 Billion to Community Development Financial Institutions to Support Economic Relief in Underserved Communities Affected by COVID-19 | site |
Announcement Made by Vice President Harris Alongside Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, U.S. Senator Mark Warner, and U.S. Representative Maxine Waters
(Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: June 15, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of the Treasury today awarded $1.25 billion in COVID-19 relief funds to 863 community development financial institutions (CDFIs). The awards were announced today by Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House with Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen. The grants will be made through Treasury’s CDFI Rapid Response Program (CDFI RRP) and will provide necessary capital for CDFIs to respond to economic challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in... -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Awards 1.1 Billion Dollars in American Rescue Plan Funds for Emergency Housing Vouchers
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Awards $1.1 Billion in American Rescue Plan Funds for Emergency Housing Vouchers | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: June 10, 2021)
Washington, DC - - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge today announced the awarding of the first tranche of American Rescue Plan funds for Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs) for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. Specifically, HUD is awarding $1.1 billion - 70,000 vouchers - for 626 public housing authorities (PHAs) administering the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Click here for a full list of awards. “Addressing our nation’s homelessness crisis is a top priority for HUD,” said Secretary Fudge. “With COVID-19 still a threat and with the sweltering summer months just around the corner,... -
HUD Restores Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Requirement
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Restores Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Requirement | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: June 10, 2021)
Washington - - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge announced that HUD published an interim final rule on Thursday to restore the implementation of the Fair Housing Act’s Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) requirement. The publication provides a robust definition of the duty to affirmatively further fair housing, to which many HUD grantees must certify compliance. Additionally, HUD is committed to providing communities that receive HUD funding with the technical support they need to meet their long-standing fair housing obligations. In addition to barring housing discrimination, the Fair Housing Act requires HUD and its funding recipients, such as local commu... -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awards 160 Million Dollars to 5 Communities to Revitalize Housing, Invest in Neighborhoods
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awards $160 Million to 5 Communities to Revitalize Housing, Invest in Neighborhoods | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: May 26, 2021)
Washington - - U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge on Wednesday announced that five communities have received a combined $160 million to redevelop severely distressed housing and spur comprehensive revitalization under the federal Choice Neighborhoods Initiative.
HUD has named Camden, New Jersey; Cleveland, Ohio; Detroit, Michigan; Fort Myers, Florida; and Lewiston, Maine as this year’s grant winners.
“Since its creation, the Choice Neighborhoods initiative has transformed communities across the nation,” said Secretary Fudge. “Today’s announcement will support local vision for reinvigorating low-income communities into... -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Expanded Local Hire and Workforce Development Pilot Programs
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Expanded Local Hire and Workforce Development Pilot Programs | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 19, 2021) Washington - - U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg today announced expanded construction hiring and workforce development pilot programs to be managed by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Buttigieg made the announcement at an event at the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge. “As we invest in world-class infrastructure for Americans, we want to make sure that our investments create jobs for people in the communities where the projects are located,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “We’re proud to launch the Department’s local hiring initiative, with an additional focus on workforce development so that good jobs can b...
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development seeks Public input on Design of New Green and Resilient Retrofit Program for Multifamily Assisted Housing Properties | site |
Part of President Biden’s landmark Inflation Reduction Act, the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program will provide funding to enhance energy efficiency and climate resiliency in HUD Multifamily assisted housing properties.
Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: September 26, 2022
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today released a Request for Information in public inspection form in the Federal Register to obtain public input regarding the development of its Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP). President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act provided $1 billion in funding to HUD’s Office of Multifamily Housing Programs to implement the GRRP, as well as to...10-22-2022, 04:36 PM -
U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Additional Farm Service Agency and Rural Development State Directors | site |
Washington, May 19, 2022 - - Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint two U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regional positions, including one Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director and one Rural Development (RD) State Director. “I am thrilled we continue to add state directors to be the face of USDA programs in rural and farm communities,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “The Biden-Harris Administration is committed to building a better America, and these state directors are critical to accomplishing that.” FSA State Executive Directors oversee Farm Service Agency operations and agricultural policy implementation in the state. Each State Executive Director works with the State Committee to administer FSA programs and County office operations, develops and maintains stakeholder relationships with cust...05-27-2022, 05:57 PM -
U.S Department of Agriculture Announces Intent to Establish Subcommittee on Rural Community Economic Development for its Equity Commission | site |
USDA also seeks nominations for subcommittee
Information contained in U.S. Department of Agriculture press release dated: April 7, 2022
Washington, April 7, 2022 - - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it will establish a Rural Community Economic Development (RCED) Subcommittee as part of the recently launched Equity Commission. Nominations and applications for membership to the RCED Subcommittee are due on May 6.
The Federal Register Notice is another important step towards fully implementing President Biden’s commitment to create an Equity Commission and the American Rescue Plan Act provision that directs USDA to “address historical discrimination and disparities in the agriculture sector… [through] one...04-13-2022, 01:44 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Fudge Delivers Remarks at Fair Housing Month Virtual Ceremony| site |
Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) press release dated: April 6, 2022
Washington - - Secretary Marcia L. Fudge on Tuesday delivered virtual remarks at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity annual Fair Housing Month Ceremony.
View the recording of Tuesday’s Fair Housing Month Ceremony here.
Remarks as delivered by Secretary Fudge:
I am thrilled to join you to commemorate the 54th anniversary of a law that guarantees one of our most basic rights—the right to be free from housing discrimination. On April 11, 1968, 54 years ago, at the height of the Civil Rights Movement, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Fair Housing Act into law. The Fair Housing Act recognized what generations have k...04-11-2022, 12:28 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announces $2.7 Billion Funding Opportunity to help People experiencing Homelessness | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: August 18, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is making $2.656 billion in FY 2021 Continuum of Care Program (CoC) competitive funding available to homeless services organizations across the country for supportive services and housing programs for people experiencing homelessness. Read HUD’s Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). “The safety of a stable home is essential during the COVID-19 pandemic and this Administration is committed to meeting the needs of the more than half a million Americans who are struggling with homelessness on any given day,” said HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. “Coupled with the historic resources in the American Rescue Plan, the C...08-19-2021, 02:08 AM -
Damon Smith Sworn in as General Counsel of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development [HUD] press release dated: August 12, 2021)
Washington - - Today, Damon Smith was officially sworn in as General Counsel of Housing and Urban Development.
HUD Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman issued the oath of office to General Counsel Smith during a ceremony at HUD’s headquarters. General Counsel Smith was confirmed by the Senate by unanimous consent on August 11.
(Courtesy: HUD)
General Counsel Smith most recently served as a Senior Advisor to HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. Before joining HUD in 2021 as Principal Deputy General Counsel, General Counsel Smith served as Senior Director of Advocacy and Counsel at the Credit Union...08-18-2021, 02:55 PM -
U.S. Department of the Treasury Announces Fossil Fuel Energy Guidance for Multilateral Development Banks | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: August 16, 2021)
Washington - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury issued Fossil Fuel Energy Guidance for Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), which is key Guidance in response to President Biden’s Executive Order 14008 on Tackling the Climate Crisis At Home and Abroad announced earlier this year. In its Guidance, Treasury advocates for MDB investments prioritizing clean energy, innovation, and energy efficiency, which will help achieve a clean and sustainable future consistent with the development goals of the Paris Agreement. U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen previewed Treasury’s MDB Guidance at the April 2021 G7 Leaders Summit on Climate and more recently discussed this with Heads of the MDBs in...08-18-2021, 01:20 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announces Key Staff Appointments | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: July 9, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced several key additions to HUD staff since March. These talented and diverse individuals join HUD ready to deliver results for the American people by tackling our nation’s housing challenges to build a stronger, more equitable America.
Appointees are listed below in alphabetical order. Previously announced appointees are listed here and here.
Victoria Brown, Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of the Secretary Mikaela Gerwin, Special Assistant and Briefing Book Coordinator, Office of the Secretary David Gonzalez Rice, Special Assistant for Housing and Services, Office of the Secretary Caitlin Grady, Director of Scheduli...07-14-2021, 03:25 PM -
Statement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Intent to Nominate Representative Xochitl Torres Small to Serve as Under Secretary for Rural Development | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Agriculture [USDA] press release dated: June 18, 2021)
Statement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Intent to Nominate Representative Xochitl Torres Small to Serve as Under Secretary for Rural Development
Washington, June 18, 2021 – “Representative Xochitl Torres Small’s nomination to serve as Under Secretary for Rural Development reflects the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to advancing rural prosperity. Her nomination is responsive to rural stakeholders and Congress; both have emphasized the importance of having a dedicated advocate for rural communities among the Department’s Subcabinet. As the daughter of migrant farm workers and a native of rural New Mexico, Torres Small represents the heart...06-22-2021, 02:09 AM -
Adrianne Todman Sworn in as Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development [HUD] press release dated: June 14, 2021)
Washington - - Today, Adrianne Todman was officially sworn in as the twelfth Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge issued the oath of office to Deputy Secretary Todman during a ceremony at HUD’s headquarters that was livestreamed to the department’s staff. Deputy Secretary Todman was confirmed by the Senate by unanimous consent on June 10.
Deputy Secretary Todman most recently served as the CEO of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO). Before...Adrianne Todman Sworn in as Deputy Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
(Photo courtesy HUD)06-18-2021, 08:12 PM -
U.S. Treasury Awards $1.25 Billion to Community Development Financial Institutions to Support Economic Relief in Underserved Communities Affected by COVID-19 | site |
Announcement Made by Vice President Harris Alongside Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, U.S. Senator Mark Warner, and U.S. Representative Maxine Waters
(Information contained in U.S. Department of the Treasury press release dated: June 15, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of the Treasury today awarded $1.25 billion in COVID-19 relief funds to 863 community development financial institutions (CDFIs). The awards were announced today by Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House with Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen. The grants will be made through Treasury’s CDFI Rapid Response Program (CDFI RRP) and will provide necessary capital for CDFIs to respond to economic challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in...06-16-2021, 03:50 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Awards $1.1 Billion in American Rescue Plan Funds for Emergency Housing Vouchers | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: June 10, 2021)
Washington, DC - - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge today announced the awarding of the first tranche of American Rescue Plan funds for Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs) for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. Specifically, HUD is awarding $1.1 billion - 70,000 vouchers - for 626 public housing authorities (PHAs) administering the Housing Choice Voucher Program. Click here for a full list of awards. “Addressing our nation’s homelessness crisis is a top priority for HUD,” said Secretary Fudge. “With COVID-19 still a threat and with the sweltering summer months just around the corner,...06-15-2021, 10:23 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Restores Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Requirement | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: June 10, 2021)
Washington - - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge announced that HUD published an interim final rule on Thursday to restore the implementation of the Fair Housing Act’s Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) requirement. The publication provides a robust definition of the duty to affirmatively further fair housing, to which many HUD grantees must certify compliance. Additionally, HUD is committed to providing communities that receive HUD funding with the technical support they need to meet their long-standing fair housing obligations. In addition to barring housing discrimination, the Fair Housing Act requires HUD and its funding recipients, such as local commu...06-11-2021, 02:57 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awards $160 Million to 5 Communities to Revitalize Housing, Invest in Neighborhoods | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: May 26, 2021)
Washington - - U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge on Wednesday announced that five communities have received a combined $160 million to redevelop severely distressed housing and spur comprehensive revitalization under the federal Choice Neighborhoods Initiative.
HUD has named Camden, New Jersey; Cleveland, Ohio; Detroit, Michigan; Fort Myers, Florida; and Lewiston, Maine as this year’s grant winners.
“Since its creation, the Choice Neighborhoods initiative has transformed communities across the nation,” said Secretary Fudge. “Today’s announcement will support local vision for reinvigorating low-income communities into...05-29-2021, 12:09 AM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Expanded Local Hire and Workforce Development Pilot Programs | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Transportation press release dated: May 19, 2021) Washington - - U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg today announced expanded construction hiring and workforce development pilot programs to be managed by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Buttigieg made the announcement at an event at the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge. “As we invest in world-class infrastructure for Americans, we want to make sure that our investments create jobs for people in the communities where the projects are located,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “We’re proud to launch the Department’s local hiring initiative, with an additional focus on workforce development so that good jobs can b...05-19-2021, 04:59 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announces $5 Billion to house People experiencing Homelessness | site |
Secretary Fudge: “With HUD’s swift allocation of this $5 billion in American Rescue Plan funding, we are providing communities the resources to give homes to the people who have had to endure the COVID-19 pandemic without one.”
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: May 17, 2021)
Washington - - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge today announced the allocation of $5 billion in American Rescue Plan funds for emergency housing vouchers for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. Secretary Fudge made the announcement during a Zoom call with Congressman David Price (NC), Senator Patty Murray (WA), Dallas, TX Mayor Eric Johnson, and Oakland, CA Mayor Libby...05-18-2021, 12:09 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awards $51 Million to Clean Up Lead Hazards in Public Housing | site |
Funding to identify and control potentially dangerous lead in thousands of homes with young children
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: May 11, 2021) Washington - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today awarded nearly $51.4 million to 25 Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) in 19 states to identify and reduce lead-based paint hazards in thousands of older public housing units. Provided through HUD’s Public Housing Capital Fund, these grants will be targeted to public housing units currently occupied by families with young children. See funding chart below. "In order to be healthy, it’s important to have a healthy home," said HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. "Protecting families with young children from lead and other hea...05-13-2021, 12:01 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announces $5 Billion to Increase Affordable Housing to address Homelessness | site |
Secretary Fudge: “With this strong funding, communities across the country will have the resources needed to get people housed and keep people home”
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: April 8, 2021) Washington - - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge today announced the allocation of nearly $5 billion in American Rescue Plan funds to help communities across the country create affordable housing and services for people experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness. Secretary Fudge made the announcement during a Zoom call with U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (OH), Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and Birmingham, Alabama Mayor Randall Woodfin. The supplemental funding is allocated through the HOME Invest...04-13-2021, 06:41 PM -
Federal Bank Regulators issue Rule supporting Treasury's Investments in Minority Depository Institutions and Community Development Financial Institutions | site |
(Information contained in Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System press release dated: March 9, 2021)
Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
Federal bank regulatory agencies today announced an interim final rule that supports the Treasury Department's implementation of a program established by Congress to make capital investments in minority depository institutions and community development financial institutions.
The Treasury Department's Emergency Capital Investment Program (ECIP) will support the efforts of these financial institutions to provide loans, grants, and forbearance to small businesses, minority-owned businesses,...03-10-2021, 09:30 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and Puerto Rico Housing Department announce New Action to Enable Stronger Recovery for the Island | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: February 2, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Puerto Rico’s housing department, Departamento de la Vivienda, today announced two partial approvals of Vivienda’s Action Plan, approving the use of $6.2 billion in Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG-MIT) funding for Puerto Rico. “HUD and the Biden Administration are committed to working with Puerto Rico to reset our relationship on the island’s recovery efforts, and the action we are taking will play a key role in this effort by ensuring that Puerto Rico is able to access and spend critical disaster and recovery funds on urgent unmet needs,” said Arthur Jemison, HU...02-03-2021, 03:50 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development renews Funding for Thousands of Local Homeless Programs | site |
$2.5 billion to renew existing grants for more than 6,500 community-based housing and service providers
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release dated: January 29, 2021)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today awarded $2.5 billion to renew support to thousands of local homeless assistance programs across the nation. HUD's Continuum of Care (CoC) grants will provide critically needed support to 6,597 local programs on the front lines of serving individuals and families experiencing homelessness. See local impact of funding below. Due to the pandemic, the funding announced today renews grants for existing programs. This process was dramatically streamlined because communities have been and will continue to be consumed wi...02-01-2021, 01:45 AM -
U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Three Deputy Under Secretaries in the Areas of Nutrition, Rural Development and Marketing and Regulatory Programs | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Agriculture [USDA] press release dated: January 21, 2021)
Washington, Jan. 21, 2021 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced three senior appointments today.
USDA announced that nutrition policy expert Stacy Dean has been named Deputy Under Secretary for Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services (FNCS). Prior to joining USDA, Dean served as Vice President for Food Assistance Policy at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities in Washington, D.C. She directed the Center’s food assistance team, which publishes frequent reports on how federal nutrition programs affect families and communities and develops policies to improve them. She joined the Center in 1997 and has deep experience understanding the delivery of health...01-23-2021, 11:41 PM -
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services collaborates with Merck to continue the Development and Large-scale Manufacturing of Investigational COVID-19 Treatment | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Health and Human Services [HHS] press release: December 23, 2020)
HHS, DOD collaborate with Merck to continue the development and large-scale manufacturing of investigational COVID-19 treatment
The U.S. Department of the Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Defense (DOD) jointly announced an agreement with Merck to support advanced development and large-scale manufacturing of the their investigational therapeutic MK-7110 to treat hospitalized patients with severe or critical COVID-19. The investigational therapeutic is a promising first-in-class fusion protein and immune modulator. Immune modulators have the potential to minimize the damaging effects of an overactive ...12-24-2020, 04:32 AM -
U.S. Education Secretary DeVos Announces New Funding to Accelerate Education Innovation and Empower Teachers with Professional Development Options | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Education press release: December 15, 2020)
Washington - - U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced $185 million in new grant funding for 28 school districts, institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations across the United States as part of the Education Innovation and Research (EIR) program. These new grant awards will accelerate locally-driven innovation and improve academic achievement for high-needs students around the country. This year's funding supports a new, groundbreaking effort to empower teachers to personalize their professional development, rather than have it imposed on them by their state or school district. More than $72 million in new funding will help develop systems to enable teachers to select p...12-16-2020, 02:43 AM -
U.S. Department of Energy Issues Small Business Research and Development Funding Opportunity Announcement | site |
Department of Energy says "Approximately $50 Million in New Grants Will Support Energy Innovation"
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Energy press release: December 14, 2020)
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs issued the second Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for Fiscal Year 2021. The Phase I Release 2 FOA, with approximately $50 million in available funding, will allow small businesses to submit applications to establish the technical feasibility of new innovations that advance the Department’s mission. The following DOE program offices are participating in this FOA:- Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response
- Office of Defense Nuclear Nonpr
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American Hospital Association, American Medical Association and American Nurses Association issue open Letter backing Science-based Covid-19 Vaccine Development | site |
URGING PUBLIC TO REMAIN VIGILANT UNTIL WIDESPREAD VACCINATION
(Information contained in American Hospital Association [AHA] press release: December 1, 2020)
AHA, AMA, ANA issue open letter backing science-based covid-19 vaccine development, URGING PUBLIC TO REMAIN VIGILANT UNTIL WIDESPREAD VACCINATION
CHICAGO – As COVID-19 vaccine development continues to progress, leading U.S. medical, nursing and health organizations today affirmed their commitment to ensuring COVID-19 vaccines are evaluated and ultimately authorized through a rigorous scientific and regulatory process. The groups called on the American people to continue public health precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 until the U.S. population has been broadly immunized against the illness. T...12-01-2020, 09:43 PM -
U.S. Department of Energy Announces $35 Million in Funding for Hydrokinetic Turbine Development | site |
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Energy [DOE] news release: November 24, 2020)
Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Energy today announced $35 million in funding for 11 projects as part of the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy’s (ARPA-E) Submarine Hydrokinetic And Riverine Kilo-megawatt Systems (SHARKS) program. SHARKS teams will develop new economically competitive Hydrokinetic Turbines (HKT) designs for tidal and riverine currents. “Hydrokinetic energy is an abundant renewable resource that can boost grid resiliency and reduce infrastructure vulnerability, but it is currently a cost prohibitive option compared to other energy generating sources,” said ARPA-E Director Lane Genatowski. “SHARKS teams will address this barrier by designing new, efficient HKT systems that utilize America’s tidal, riverine, a...11-27-2020, 04:55 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announces over $80 Million in Targeted Funding for Coronavirus Relief | site |
Mainstream Vouchers aid non-elderly populations with disabilities in response to, and recovery from, COVID-19
(Information contained in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development press release: November 17, 2020)
Washington - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today made $86.85 million available to public housing agencies (PHAs) in the form of Mainstream funding vouchers to assist non-elderly populations impacted by Coronavirus. Mainstream Vouchers are administered using the same rules as other housing choice vouchers but targeted to serve a special population to ensure residents of low income housing, including those with unique circumstances, receive necessary funding to protect their health and safety against COVID-19. “Recently, we have learned a great deal about Coron...11-21-2020, 08:38 PM -
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Offers Guidance to Enhance Diversity in Clinical Trials, Encourage Inclusivity in Medical Product Development | site |
(November 9, 2020) - - Today the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published the following information:
November 09, 2020
Statement From: Commissioner of Food and Drugs - Food and Drug Administration Stephen M. Hahn M.D. Throughout my career as a cancer doctor and medical researcher, I have been concerned about and have sought to address issues related to health care disparities. One important step that researchers and medical product sponsors can take to confront health care disparities is to make sure that clinical trials for medical products are more inclusive of multiple populations. We have seen these health care disparities, for example, during our fight against COVID-19, as certain segments of the population (e.g., older adults, pregnant women, children, a...11-09-2020, 03:31 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Awards $9.4 Million in Research Grants to Reduce Housing-related Health Hazards| site |
Funding to improve methods to identify and control key residential hazards
(October 26, 2020) - - Today, October 26, 2020, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development published the following information:
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today awarded $9.4 million to 13 universities and public health organizations to improve our understanding of the longer term impact of housing interventions targeting lead and other residential hazards and improve methods to identify and control residential health hazards such as pests, injury hazards, and asthma triggers. These grants are particularly important to improve our ability to protect vulnerable populations, such as children and seniors, from exposure to these hazards. Read a complete project-by-project summary...10-27-2020, 02:53 AM -
Joint IMFC and Development Committee Statement by Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin | site |
(October 14, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury published the following information:
Joint IMFC and Development Committee Statement by Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin
WASHINGTON – As we begin the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, we find ourselves seven months into a global economic and health crisis unlike any the world has previously faced. Since March, the World Bank and IMF have helped countries respond quickly to the COVID-19 pandemic, adapting their operations to provide urgently needed emergency finance and advice to over 130 countries. As countries continue to respond to the crisis and move toward recovery, the IMF and World Bank will remain instrumental players, helping countries restore economic stability and lay the groundwork for a robust medium-term recovery characterized...10-14-2020, 07:18 PM -
U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Ben Carson marks Foster Youth To Independence Initiative Milestone| site |
More than 800 Former Foster Youth Are Paving Their Own Way with a FYI Voucher
(October 6, 2020) - - Today, October 6, 2020, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development published the following information:
DENVER, CO - U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson today traveled to Denver to mark that the Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) initiative has awarded 844 vouchers in the first year of the program to former foster youth at risk of homelessness. Secretary Carson held a roundtable discussion with voucher recipients and toured a recipient’s apartment. ...10-07-2020, 06:41 PM -
Statement from Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin on the Annual Meetings of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development | site |
(October 7, 2020) - - Today the U.S. Department of the Treasury published the following information:
WASHINGTON – U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin, as the Governor for the United States of America, issued the following statement on the 2020 Annual Meetings of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development: On behalf of the United States, I would like to thank the Management and Staff of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) for their efforts to make it possible for the Board of Governors to meet and vote virtually and the substantial assistance the EBRD has provided to help countries and businesses large and small manage the significant economic effects of COVID-19. I would also like to thank Acting President Jürgen Rigterink for helping to guide the EBRD through the leadership transition....10-07-2020, 05:55 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and U.S. Census Bureau Release New American Housing Survey | site |
2019 survey provides pre-pandemic insights on home accessibility, food security, and housing costs
(September 16, 2020) - - Today, September 16, 2020, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development published the following information:
WASHINGTON - According to the new 2019 American Housing Survey (AHS) released today by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Census Bureau, the percentage of American renter households spending 30 percent or more of their income on housing costs held steady at 51 percent between 2017 and 2019.
The 2019 AHS offers the most comprehensive picture of the nation’s housing inventory pre-pandemic. As researchers try to understand more current data on the state of housing from multiple data sources, the new survey informs our understanding...09-21-2020, 03:02 PM -
Coronavirus COVID-19 Update - - - FDA Continues to Facilitate Development of Treatments | site |
(March 19, 2020) - - Today (March 19, 2020), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published the following information:
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration continues to play a critical role in the multifaceted all-of-government response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which includes, among other things, facilitating medical countermeasures to treat and prevent the disease, and surveilling the medical product and food supply chains for potential shortages or disruptions and helping to mitigate such impacts, as necessary. As part of those efforts, President Trump has directed the FDA to continue its work with the public and private sector to ensure the availability of potentially safe and effective life-saving drugs to patients who are in desperate need, including those infected with COVID-19. The FDA has been working closely with other gove...03-23-2020, 07:36 PM -
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Supports Development of First High-Throughput COVID-19 Diagnostic Test| site |
(March 9, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published the following information:
A diagnostic test for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) - designed for use in a diagnostic system that can process up to 1,000 tests in 24 hours - will receive advanced development support from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR). The molecular diagnostic test from Hologic, Inc. becomes the first COVID-19 product selected for development through ASPR's Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority streamlined selection process, called an easy broad agency announcement (EZ-BAA). "Early, rapid diagnosis is essential for clinicians and their patients to treat infections appropriately and take immediate acti...03-09-2020, 11:45 PM -
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Solicits Proposals for Development of Medical Products for Novel Coronavirus| site |
(March 6, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services published the following information:
As part of the government-wide effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in U.S. communities, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has updated a broad agency announcement (BAA) to focus specifically on products to diagnose, prevent or treat coronavirus infections.
The Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), part of the HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR), issued the BAA, BAA-18-100-SOL-00003-Amendment 13, to solicit proposals for advanced development and licensure of COVID-19 diagnostics, vaccines, or medicines such as therapeutics or antivirals. “Amid the expanding global outbreak of COVID-19, Americans n...03-07-2020, 10:19 PM -
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces Final Rule to Enhance Air Carrier Pilot Development| site |
(February 25, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation published the following information:
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced a final rule aimed at enhancing the professional development of air carrier pilots. The Pilot Professional Development rule requires specific training for newly-hired pilots and supplemental training for captains. “When I met with the Colgan Flight 3407 families, they emphasized how important this rule on pilot training was in elevating safety in the aviation sector. I am glad that the Department has been successful in finalizing this rule,” said U. S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao. All captains are now required to receive leadership and command training, as well as mentoring training, so that they may effectively mentor ...02-26-2020, 05:19 AM -
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Seeks Abstract Submissions for 2019-nCoV Diagnostics Development| site |
(February 5, 2020) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published the following information:
As part of the U.S. government's ongoing public health response to the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced the opening of an Easy Broad Agency Announcement (EZ-BAA) for development of 2019-nCoV diagnostics and is now accepting abstract submissions for potential funding.
Under this EZ BAA, the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), part of the HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, will review concise abstract submissions for development funding of 2019-nCoV molecular diagnostics. The diagnostics must utilize platforms already cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration,...02-06-2020, 11:08 AM -
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Announces Key Actions to Advance Development of Novel Coronavirus Medical Countermeasures | site |
(January 27, 2020) - - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration published (today, January 27, 2020) the following information:
(Silver Spring, MD) – Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced critical actions to advance development of novel coronavirus medical countermeasures.
As with any emerging public health threat, the FDA will collaborate with interagency partners, product developers, international partners and global regulators to expedite the development and availability of medical products needed to diagnose, treat, mitigate and prevent such outbreaks.
“We have a vital mission to protect and promote public health and the FDA is closely collaborating with our domestic and international public health partners to mitigate the impact of the novel coronavirus that emerged...01-28-2020, 07:47 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development issues Improved Fair Housing Rule| site |
(January 7, 2020) - - Today (January 7, 2020), the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development published the following information:
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today published its proposed Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) rule, which offers clearer guidance to states and local governments to help them improve affordable housing choices in their community. Read HUD's proposed rule. "HUD's commitment to Fair Housing remains as steadfast as ever before, and this improved rule reaffirms our mission of giving people more affordable housing options in communities across the country," said Secretary Carson. "By fixing the old Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing rule, localities now have the flexibility to devise housing plans that fit their unique needs and provide families with more housing choices within their reach...01-17-2020, 11:02 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development releases 2019 Year in Review Highlighting Accomplishments under Secretary Carson| site |
(January 2, 2020) - - Today (January 2, 2020), the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development published the following information:
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today released its 2019 Year in Review outlining the major accomplishments of the agency under Secretary Ben Carson.
"The Trump Administration continues to deliver on its promise to create greater economic opportunity for low-income families and revitalize underserved communities," said, Secretary Carson. "HUD is committed to doing its part to help families get on the path to self-sufficiency and I look forward to working with President Trump to continue building on these successes in the new year."
HUD's achievements in 2019 include:
Advancing Economic Opportunity- [
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awards $10 Million for the Development of 538 Affordable Homes | site |
SHOP grant funding empowers non-profit partners to help 538 families and individuals become homeowners
(December 4, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development published the following information:
WASHINGTON - In an effort to help more working families become homeowners, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today awarded $10 million in grants to four non-profit housing organizations, which will create at least 538 affordable homes for low-income families and individuals. Funded through HUD’s Self-Help Homeownership Opportunity Program (SHOP), these grants, along with the labor contributions from homebuyers and volunteers, will significantly lower the cost of construction, thus making homeownership a reality for families who otherwise would not be able to afford...12-07-2019, 02:28 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development issues Request for Information on Eliminating Regulatory Barriers to Affordable Housing | site |
(November 26, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development published the following information:
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today published a Request for Information (RFI) seeking public comment on Federal, State, local, and Tribal laws, regulations, land use requirements, and administrative practices that artificially raise the costs of affordable housing development and contribute to shortages in America’s housing supply.
This RFI is a request for members of the public to share their knowledge and provide recommendations to HUD regarding regulations, and practices that unnecessarily impede housing supply and information on innovative practices that promote increased housing supply. Read the RFI here. "Owning a home is a...12-02-2019, 01:46 AM -
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Proposes to Modernize Regulation of the Use of Derivatives by Registered Funds and Business Development Companies | site |
(November 25, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published the following information:
Washington D.C., Nov. 25, 2019 — The Securities and Exchange Commission has voted to propose a new rule designed to enhance the regulation of the use of derivatives by registered investment companies, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and closed-end funds, as well as business development companies. The proposed rule would provide an updated and more comprehensive approach to the regulation of funds’ derivatives use. “The Commission’s proposal recognizes the extensive changes that have taken place in our capital markets and the fund industry over the past several decades, including the importance of derivatives in effective portfolio management,...11-29-2019, 05:48 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Releases Video Featuring Formerly Homeless Veteran | site |
(November 15, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development published the following information:
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today launched the latest story in the “Humans of HUD” campaign, which features photos and videos of individuals who have overcome hardships with assistance from HUD. Porsche Williams, a U.S. Navy veteran talks about experiencing homelessness and how the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program helped her find a place to call home. This week, HUD announced veteran homelessness in the U.S. continues to decline according to a new national estimate which indicates the total number of reported veterans experiencing homelessness in 2019 decreased 2.1 percent.
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Advances Development of Tests to Distinguish Bacterial from Viral Infections across Multiple Healthcare Settings| site |
(November 14, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services published the following information:
A novel diagnostics technology that reads gene expression patterns in the immune system to distinguish bacterial infections from viral infections and determines the severity within minutes will receive advanced development support from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The technology is being designed for use in outpatient and inpatient healthcare settings.
The Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), part of the HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR), will support the advanced development of the new testing technology, known as host-response testing, under a 14-month, $6 million...11-16-2019, 12:51 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Awards Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grants| site |
Communities in Alabama, Nebraska, Georgia and New Jersey awarded planning grants
(September 19, 2019) - - Today (September 19, 2019), the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) published the following information:
WASHINGTON - Expanding on its commitment to help local communities redevelop severely distressed HUD assisted housing and revitalize neighborhoods, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today awarded more than $5 million to four communities.
Funded through HUD's Choice Neighborhoods program, these grants will help local leaders to craft comprehensive, homegrown plans to revitalize and transform these neighborhoods.
HUD is awarding Choice Neighborhood Planning grants to the following communities:
...09-30-2019, 08:26 PM -
U.S. Sanctions Iran’s Central Bank, National Development Fund, and Etemad Tejarat Pars| site |
(September 20, 2019) - - Today, the U.S. Department of State reported that U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo issued the following statement: In a failed attempt to disrupt the global economy, the Islamic Republic of Iran attacked the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This act of aggression was sophisticated in its planning and brazen in its execution. Regardless of transparent attempts to shift blame, the evidence points to Iran—and only Iran. As a result, President Trump instructed his administration to substantially increase the already-historic sanctions on the world’s leading state sponsor of terrorism. Today, we have followed through on his direction. The United States has sanctioned Iran’s Central Bank and its National Development Fund, as well as Etemad Tejarat Pars, an Iran-based company, which has been found to conceal financial transfers for military purchases....09-20-2019, 05:20 PM -
Decline in Veteran Homelessness Announced
Number of homeless vets drops 5.4% since last year and by nearly half since 2010
Washington, DC - - (November 1, 2018) - - Veteran homelessness in the U.S. continues to decline according to a new national estimate announced today by U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson. HUD’s Annual Homeless Assessment Report finds the total number of reported veterans experiencing homelessness in 2018 decreased 5.4 percent since last year, falling to nearly half of the number of homeless veterans reported in 2010.
In announcing the latest annual estimate, HUD Secretary Ben Carson and U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Secretary Robert Wilkie noted that local communities are reporting reductions in the number of veterans in their shelter systems and on their streets. View local estimates of veteran hom...11-03-2018, 03:54 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Launches - - HUMANS OF HUD - - Photoblog
Project highlights the trials and triumphs of the people HUD serves
Washington, DC - - (October 16, 2018) - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced the launch of ‘Humans of HUD’ – a photoblog dedicated to documenting the journeys of people who are impacted by the Department’s programs and services. The inspiring collection of photos and stories are part of an ongoing, intimate conversation with everyday Americans who are working to overcome homelessness, drug addiction, natural disasters, among other challenges. “Humans of HUD exhibits the best part of our agency – the people we serve through our programs, grants and initiatives,” said Secretary Carson. “This is storytelling at its core. People have really opened up to us in a way...10-18-2018, 12:22 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretaries Announce Housing Initiatives to Support Homeless Veterans
HUD-VASH vouchers to provide housing for over 4,000 veterans
Washington, DC - - (October 3, 2018) - - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Robert Wilkie today joined together at the VA Community Resource and Referral Center to announce $35 million in grants to combat veteran homelessness. The funding will be provided through the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Program to 212 public housing agencies across the country to provide a permanent home for over 4,000 homeless veterans.
The Secretaries also announced an additional $7.4 million through the Veterans Housing Rehabilitation and Modification...10-08-2018, 08:40 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and Puerto Rico Ink $1.5 Billion Disaster Recovery Grant Agreement
Action paves the path to repair housing, businesses and infrastructure
Washington, DC - - (September 20, 2018) - - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson and Puerto Rico's Governor Ricardo Rosselló today announced the formal execution of a $1.5 billion grant agreement to help citizens in Puerto Rico to recover from Hurricanes Irma and Maria. The signing of this grant agreement now paves the way to speed recovery dollars needed to restore damaged and destroyed homes, businesses and infrastructure.
Puerto Rico's long-term recovery is supported through HUD's Community Development Block Grant—Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program, which requires grantees to develop thoughtful recovery plans informed by...09-21-2018, 10:34 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau Release New American Housing Survey
2017 AHS provides insight on disaster preparedness, housing and neighborhoods
Washington, DC - - (September 6, 2018) - - Renters are three times more likely to need financial assistance to evacuate during a major disaster than those who own their own homes. That’s according to the new 2017 American Housing Survey released today by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the U.S. Census Bureau, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The new survey finds that of the nearly 44 million American renter households, approximately 39 percent indicated they do not have access to $2,000 to cover evacuation expenses. Meanwhile, only 12 percent of 77.3 million owner households reported they did not have access to $2,000 t...09-07-2018, 10:53 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Charges Minnesota Real-Estate Agent and Homeowners with Discrimination for Refusing to Rent to a Family due to their Race, National Origin and Minor Children
Washington, DC - - (August 17, 2018) - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today that it has charged the owners of a house in Beltrami County, Minnesota, and their real-estate agent, with discrimination for refusing to rent the house to a family because of race, national origin and their minor children. Read the charge . The Fair Housing Act makes it unlawful to discriminate in housing because of the applicants’ race, national origin and familial status (the presence of children under 18). “Denying housing to a family because of their race and national origin and because they have children not only robs them of a place to call...08-21-2018, 06:04 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Seeks to Streamline and Enhance 'Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing' Rule
Notice solicits public's comments on ways to improve fair housing choice
Washington, DC - - (August 13, 2018) - - The U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today published a notice inviting public comment on amendments to its Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) regulations. HUD's goal in pursuing new rulemaking is to offer more helpful guidance to states and local communities to effectively promote fair housing choice through the use of their federal funds. Read HUD's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. As HUD begins the process of amending the existing AFFH regulations, it is soliciting public comment on changes that will: (1) minimize regulatory burden while more effectively aiding program participants to meet their statutory o...08-14-2018, 11:10 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Reaches Agreements with Housing Providers in California, Idaho and Hawaii Settling Claims of Discrimination Against Individuals with Disabilities
Washington, DC - - (July 27, 2018) - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today that it has approved settlement agreements with housing providers in California and Idaho resolving allegations that they denied the reasonable accommodation requests of residents with disabilities who needed assistance animals or a first-floor apartment.
In addition, HUD approved a Voluntary Compliance Agreement (VCA) resolving findings which indicated that Hawaii Public Housing Authority failed to provide enough accessible units for residents with disabilities. Read the agreement. The Fair Housing Act makes it unlawful to discriminate in the sale, rental, and financing o...08-08-2018, 07:12 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Approves $1.5 Billion Disaster Recovery Plan in Puerto Rico
Action plan focuses on housing, infrastructure and economic development
Washington, DC - - (July 30, 2018) - - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson today announced HUD has approved a $1.5 billion disaster recovery plan to help citizens in Puerto Rico to recover from Hurricanes Irma and Maria. Puerto Rico recently submitted the plan for HUD’s review which primarily focuses on the restoration of damaged and destroyed homes, businesses and infrastructure. Read Puerto Rico’s recovery plan.
Puerto Rico’s long-term recovery is supported through HUD’s Community Development Block Grant—Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program which requires grantees to develop thoughtful recovery plans informed by local residents. Learn...08-02-2018, 04:53 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Awards $43 Million to Help end Youth Homelessness
Grants to support innovative housing programs in 11 communities
July 24, 2018
Washington, DC - - (July 13, 2018) - - To help end youth homelessness, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is awarding $43 million to 11 local communities, including five rural areas, through its Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP). This program supports a wide range of housing interventions including rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing, transitional housing, and host homes. "Young people who are victims of abuse, family conflict, or aging out of foster care are especially vulnerable to homelessness," said HUD Secretary Ben Carson. "We're working with our local partners to support innovative new approaches to help young people find stable...07-24-2018, 05:21 PM -
USDA’s Farmers.gov Receives $10 Million in Funding for Development
Washington, DC - - (June 7, 2018) - - Today, the Technology Modernization Fund Board (Board) awarded funding to support the development of USDA’s Farmers.gov customer experience portal, which helps better connect America’s farmers, ranchers, conservationists, and private foresters with vital USDA resources and programs. The Board is chaired by the Federal Chief Information Officer for the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
Following the funding announcement from OMB, USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Bill Northey said, “Farmers.gov will provide a user-friendly portal for connecting agricultural producers to the USDA services and programs they need. This new resource also will reduce the time farmers need to take away from their fields today to fill out paperwork. We are very...06-16-2018, 02:24 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development says June is National Healthy Homes Month
JUNE IS NATIONAL HEALTHY HOMES MONTH
HUD plans month-long activities to create greater awareness around housing and its impact on health
Washington, DC - - (June 4, 2018) - - Homes and health are inextricably linked together, reflect two of the most basic needs of a society, and serve as an indicator of the strength of the nation. In an effort to help families create healthier living conditions for themselves and their kids, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is kicking off the third annual National Healthy Homes Month (NHHM).
This year’s theme, Unlocking the Potential of America’s Children: Check Your Home-Protect Your Family, focuses on the opportunity to protect current and future generations of children...06-07-2018, 03:41 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Awards nearly $20 Million to Support Homeless Programs in Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
Continuum of Care grants to support local projects working to prevent and end homelessness
Washington, DC - - (June 4, 2018) - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today awarded nearly $20 million to support to dozens of local homeless housing and service programs in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Continuum of Care grants announced today provide critically needed housing and support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness across the territories, including those impacted by Hurricanes Maria and Irma (see attached list of local projects receiving funding). HUD Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development Neal Rackleff announced the homeless as...06-05-2018, 05:33 AM -
As Part of Efforts to Combat Opioid Crisis, FDA Launches Innovation Challenge to Spur Development of Medical Devices ‒ including Digital Health and Diagnostics ‒ that Target Pain, Addiction and Diversion
Agency will work closely with selected applicants to accelerate product development
(May 30, 2018) - - Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published the following information: As part of the agency’s ongoing commitment to address the epidemic of opioid misuse and abuse, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration today launched an innovation challenge to spur the development of medical devices, including digital health technologies and diagnostic tests that could provide novel solutions to detecting, treating and preventing addiction, addressing diversion and treating pain. Despite recent advances in some of these areas, there are still many opportunities to a...05-30-2018, 12:46 PM -
The U. S. Department of Energy Announces $34 Million for Small Business Research and Development Grants
219 Grants Will Support Innovation and Job Creation
Washington, DC - - (May 21, 2018) - - U.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry today announced that the Department of Energy will award 219 grants totaling $34 million to 183 small businesses in 41 states. Funded through DOE’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, today’s selections are for Phase I research and development. The Phase I grants allow small businesses to research technical feasibility of innovations that advance the mission of the Department of Energy. Phase I grants are 6-12 months in duration with a median award amount of $150,000. Successful Phase I grantees will be eligible to compete for Phase II awards in fiscal year 2019 that will allow them ...05-25-2018, 04:48 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Withdraws Fair Housing Assessment Tool
Flawed assessment tool found to be confusing, difficult to use for local governments
Washington, DC - - (May 18, 2018) - - After a months-long technical evaluation, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced that it is withdrawing a computer assessment tool originally intended to be helpful to local governments in meeting their obligations under the Fair Housing Act to 'affirmatively further fair housing.' HUD found that rather than assisting local governments in formulating acceptable Assessments of Fair Housing (AFH), the Local Government Assessment Tool was confusing, difficult to use, and frequently produced unacceptable assessments. As a result, the Department is withdrawing the tool, plans a series of national listening sessions, and will seek public comm...05-23-2018, 10:34 PM -
U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson Proposes Rent Reform
Reforms to make current rent policies simpler, more transparent and predictable
Washington, DC - - (April 25, 2018) - - U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson today unveiled a package of reforms designed to offer Public Housing Authorities (PHAs), property owners and HUD-assisted families a simpler, less invasive and more transparent set of rent structures, and places HUD's rental assistance programs on a more fiscally sustainable path. Through its Making Affordable Housing Work Act, HUD is seeking to reform decades-old rent policies that are confusing, costly and counterproductive, in that the incentives they create often fail to adequately support individuals and families receiving HUD rental assistance in increasing their earnings. HUD helps 4.7 million families to access a...04-30-2018, 11:33 AM -
Speech by Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard on Community Development in Baltimore and a Few Observations on Community Reinvestment Act Modernization
Speaker: Federal Reserve Board Member/Governor Lael Brainard
Governor Lael Brainard
Date: (April 17, 2018) - -
Occasion and Place: At the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Baltimore Community Development Gathering, Baltimore, Maryland
Topic: Community Development in Baltimore and A Few Observations on Community Reinvestment Act Modernization Good afternoon everyone. I want to take a moment to thank you for giving us such great insights into all the important work that is taking place here in the neighborhoods of Baltimore.1 Every few months, I try to get out to some of the areas of the country where our Reserve Banks are engaged with community members, communit...04-27-2018, 11:45 PM -
U. S. Food and Drug Administration Takes New Steps to Advance the Development of Innovative Products for Treating Opioid Use Disorder
Editor's note: A "disease" or "disorder" called "OUD" ("Opioid Use Disorder") is highlighted
(April 20, 2018) - - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced today the latest action to encourage and support the development of treatment options for people with opioid use disorder (OUD). The agency has released the first of two new draft guidances intended to aid industry in developing new medications for use in medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid dependence. The first guidance, released today, explains the FDA’s current thinking about drug development and clinical trial design issues relevant to the study of sustained-release “depot” buprenorphine products (i.e., modified-release products for injection or implantation). “T...04-23-2018, 07:38 AM -
Food and Drug Administration Finalizes Guidances to Accelerate the Development of Reliable and Beneficial Next Generation Sequencing-based Tests
The agency is leveraging new tools and policies to advance the creation of innovative genetic and genomic-based tests and help ensure the validity of their results
(April 12, 2018) - - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today finalized two guidances to drive the efficient development of a novel technology that scans a person’s DNA to diagnose genetic diseases, which are usually hereditary, and guide medical treatments. The guidances provide recommendations for designing, developing, and validating tests that use the technology, called next generation sequencing (NGS), and will play an important role in the continued advancement of individualized, genetic-based medicine. “As disease detection technologie...04-13-2018, 09:21 PM -
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Carson Launches New Financial Controls to Enhance the Department's Fiscal Strength and Integrity
New Chief Financial Officer to lead effort to improve system of checks and balances
March 17, 2018
Washington, DC - - (March 15, 2018) - - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson today announced new measures to protect the financial integrity of the agency and correct lax internal processes and controls. Secretary Carson directed HUD’s newly appointed Chief Financial Officer, Irving Dennis, to design and implement a transformation plan and lead an internal taskforce to combat waste, fraud and abuse. In a statement announcing these measures, Secretary Carson said the Department’s current financial controls are outdated: “We simply need to do better. An updated system of in...03-17-2018, 04:49 AM -
Administration Proposes 2018 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Budget
Washington, DC - - (March 16, 2017) - - Today, the Administration proposed a Fiscal Year 2018 spending blueprint for discretionary programs in several agencies across the Federal Government, including the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The blueprint reflects the President’s commitment to support HUD’s critical functions that provide rental assistance to low-income and vulnerable households and to help work-eligible families achieve self-sufficiency. It also recognizes a greater role for State and local governments, and the private sector to address community and economic development needs. Moreover, the spending plan supports the longstanding homeownership mission of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) to provide mortgage insurance to credit qualified households. According to HUD, a more detailed program-by-program budget proposal will be...03-30-2017, 08:18 PM -
U.S. Department of Education Announces 2017 National Professional Development Grant Competition to Support Educators of English Learner Students
Washington, DC - - (March 8, 2017) - - The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of English Language Acquisition (OELA), announced recently in the Federal Register, the availability of $20 million for its National Professional Development (NPD) grant competition to support educators of English Learner (EL) students. “These grants are great investments in helping prepare new teachers improve their content skills to better serve the needs of English learner students,” said Supreet Anand, deputy director of OELA. “Our English Learners benefit by having competent and capable instructors in the classroom.” The NPD program provides grants for eligible institutions of higher education or public or private entities with relevant experience and capacity, in collaboration with states or districts, to...03-10-2017, 11:07 AM -
Dr. Ben Carson Sworn in as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Dr. Ben Carson is sworn in
Washington, DC - - (March 2, 2017) - - Dr. Ben S. Carson, Sr. was sworn in today as the 17th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Vice President Mike Pence administered the oath of office with Secretary Carson's wife Candy and granddaughter Tesora holding the bible. Secretary Carson will now lead a cabinet agency with approximately 8,000 employees and an annual budget totaling more than $40 billion. Among his first actions in his new role, Secretary Carson plans an ambitious listening tour of select communities and HUD field offices around the country, beginning in his native Detroit. "I am immensely grateful and deeply humbled to take on such an important role in service to the American people," said Secretary Carson. "Working directly with ...03-03-2017, 01:22 PM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Offers Grants to Clean Up Lead-based Paint Hazards
Funding to protect children from lead poisoning
February 10, 2017
Washington, DC - - (February 8, 2017) - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced that it is making grants available to help eliminate dangerous lead-based paint hazards from lower income homes in order to protect young children. Additionally, this funding will provide an opportunity for local communities to establish and support programs to control other housing-related health and safety hazards.
Unsafe and unhealthy homes affect the health of millions of people of all income levels, geographic areas, and walks of life in the U.S. These homes affect the economy directly, through increased utilization of health care services, and indirectly, through lost wages and increased school days missed. The...02-10-2017, 09:45 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Charges Oklahoma Landlords with Discriminating Against Veteran with Disabilities
February 8, 2017
Washington, DC - - (February 7, 2017) - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today that it is charging the landlords of a Moore, Oklahoma rental home with violating the Fair Housing Act by denying the reasonable accommodation requests of their tenant, a veteran with disabilities. Read the charge. The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing providers from denying or limiting housing to persons with disabilities, or from refusing to make reasonable accommodations in policies or practices for people with disabilities. This includes waiving pet fees for persons with disabilities who use assistance animals. The case came to HUD’s attention when a combat veteran living with a mental disability who uses an emotional support animal filed a complaint alleg...02-08-2017, 11:16 AM -
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Charges Bank of America with Discriminatory Lending Practices in South Carolina
Washington, DC - - (January 6, 2017) - - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today that it has charged Bank of America, N.A., and two of its employees with violating the Fair Housing Act by discriminating against prospective Hispanic mortgage borrowers in Charleston, South Carolina. Read HUD's charge.
The Fair Housing Act makes it unlawful to deny or discriminate in the terms and conditions of a mortgage or loan modification based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, or disability.
"Today's charge reflects our nation's promise of fair housing and equal access to credit for qualified families, regardless of their national origin," said Gustavo Velasquez, HUD's Assistant Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity. "HUD...01-18-2017, 08:35 AM