New data from the Department reveals that more than 650,000 people experienced homelessness on a single night in January 2023, a 12% increase over 2022.
Read More »HUD Awards $60 Million to Address Youth Homelessness Nationwide
The Department issues federal funds to support efforts community-driven efforts nationwide to end youth homelessness, and improve outcomes through secure, stable, and supportive housing.
Read More »HUD Awards $8.6M to Assist Native American Veterans Experiencing Homelessness
“No one who has bravely served our country should struggle to secure and maintain housing," said Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. "HUD is taking an important step toward helping improve the quality of life for Native American Veterans."
Read More »HUD: Federal Actions Helped Avert Pandemic-Related Surge in Homelessness
A pair of new HUD reports suggest that federal relief prevented a rise in evictions and homelessness during the pandemic through a series of federal intervention actions.
Read More »HUD Modifies Housing Voucher Program to Help Fight LA Homelessness
HUD announces changes to a rule that will expedite much-needed assistance in providing housing and supportive services to the growing homeless population in Los Angeles.
Read More »Home Prices Linked to Higher U.S. Metro Homelessness Rates
According to a new report from Home Bay, cities with above-average home values have homeless rates about 2.5 times higher than cities with lower-than-average home values, with San Jose, California, having the highest rate of homelessness and the highest home values of any major metro in the U.S.
Read More »New Bill Targets Fight Against Veteran Homelessness
Rep. Nick LaLota's HR 3186 will provide financial assistance for supportive services for very low-income veteran families in permanent housing.
Read More »Trio of Bills Introduced to Address Affordable Housing
Rep. Maxine Waters has reintroduced a legislative package addressing affordable housing, preventing homelessness, and reducing the gap in homeownership.
Read More »HUD Announces LGBTQI+ Youth Homelessness Initiative During Pride Month
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development launched a new homeless initiative which will partner with local communities, service providers, and directly affected young people to address barriers to housing and shelter access for LGBTQI+ youth.
Read More »Rising Rents Outpacing Housing Choice Voucher Availability
With more than 19 million voucher-eligible households in 2021 but fewer than two million vouchers available across the country's metro areas, Zillow notes that the program needs to be improved and better funded to help more of those in need.
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