HUDProposed Rule

FR-6250-N-03 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing; Withdrawal

HousingOther

Summary

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is proposing to withdraw a rule that required cities and housing authorities to actively work toward reducing housing segregation and discrimination. This change could affect how federal housing programs address racial and economic segregation in neighborhoods across the country.

Key Points

  • 1HUD is proposing to cancel the 'Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing' rule that previously required housing programs to take steps to reduce segregation
  • 2The rule had required cities and housing agencies receiving federal money to analyze segregation patterns and develop plans to address them
  • 3Withdrawing this rule could reduce oversight of housing discrimination and segregation in communities
  • 4Local housing authorities and nonprofits that received federal funding would no longer face these specific requirements
  • 5The proposal is open for public comment before HUD decides whether to officially withdraw the rule

Key Dates

Published

January 16, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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