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Volume 11, Number 22
December 23, 1996
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President’s Forum: OMB’s bad idea *PHADA letter to OMB
Cisneros calls OMB block grant a ‘serious mistake’
Rice is leading candidate to replace Cisneros
Legal Services Corp. adopts PHADA ideas for final rule
FBI begins process for HA access to federal crime data
Draft rule explains site-based waiting list proposal
HUD gets feedback on 50058 changes
The annual federal budget process explained
HUD action opens door for local issuer financings
News You Can Use: Indian Scandal
Volume 11, Number 21
December 9, 1996
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President’s Forum: Budget forces put squeeze on discretionary spending
HUD says PFS to be funded at 95 percent in FY97
Cisneros resignation leaves uncertainty at HUD
OMB restructuring proposal would block grant funds to states and big cities
PHADA asks Gore to help with criminal records checks
HUD conducts series of ‘One Strike’ workshops
Notice lists inflation factors, reviews PFS changes
Assistance to non-citizens rule allows HAs to opt out
Draft rule prohibits leasing of Sec. 8 to close relatives
GAO report examines benefits of HA partnerships
News You Can Use: Financial Oversight
Volume 11, Number 20
November 25, 1996
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President’s Forum: Post-election changes and a proactive 1997 agenda
HUD issues proposed rule on SEMAP indicators *Chart of SEMAP Indicators
Housing, appropriations panels undergo changes
Income and rent final rule makes some changes
1997 Commissioners Conference Session Previews
Funding notice provides Sec. 8 for disabled families
Slamming the Door: Reprint
News You Can Use: Quality Control
Volume 11, Number 19
November 11, 1996
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President’s Forum: FY98 funding request initiates debate over priorities
HUD releases preliminary budget for FY 1998
Cisneros letter reviews impact of welfare reform
Cisneros, Diaz discuss immigration law changes
1997 Commissioners Conference Session Previews
Notice explains procedures for relocating witnesses
Study looks at innovative Section 8 programs
Request for State Housing
Association Information
Volume 11, Number 18
October 28, 1996
President’s Forum: Take advantage of available reforms
Congress passes Native American housing bill
Latest draft of SEMAP differs slightly;
Proposed rule due in November
HUD to initiate Moving to Work demonstration soon
HUD examines progress of self-sufficiency programs
A Successful Family
Self-Sufficiency Program ... Operationally Defined
Report examines rent calculation errors
News You Can Use: Youth Councils
Volume 11, Number 17
October 14, 1996
President’s Forum: Permanent reforms needed, especially with cuts
HUD appropriations finalized for FY 1997
Housing legislation dies, new bills expected next session
Notice explains conversion of distressed public housing
HUD General Counsel issues memo on welfare act
New law delays housing until citizenship established
HUD allows partial funding of units set for demolition
HUD names Campuses of Learners
News You Can Use: Public Housing Reform
Volume 11, Number 16
September 30, 1996
President’s Forum: Legislative Conference lays groundwork for 1997
House, Senate compromise on FY97 housing provisions
Housing bill still doubtful as end of session approaches
FBI not preparing for HA access to criminal records
PHADA comments support legal services restrictions
Study finds smooth transition to Comp Grant
News You Can Use: American Graffiti
Volume 11, Number 15
September 16, 1996
President’s Forum: Major party platforms differ when it comes to housing
Senate completes action on FY97 HUD funding bill
New draft conference report released on housing bill
Letter from Housing Groups Concerning Extension of Administrative Reforms
Summary of PHADA Positions
on Housing Authorization Legislation (S.1260)
and HUD Appropriations Bill (H.R. 3666)
Funding cuts force HUD to limit use of ACC reserves
Certification program being developed for HA managers
HUD to propose voluntary child immunization plan
Bond amendment instructs HUD to leave rulemaking requirements alone
Study examines faults of public housing system
Fifteen cities selected to compete
for Jobs-Plus demonstrations
News You Can Use: Insurance
Volume 11, Number 14
September 2, 1996
President’s Forum: Housing bill uncertain, extension of reforms imperative
Welfare act restricts housing assistance to qualified aliens
HUD to cut fees of HAs not complying with rules
Interim rules restrict Legal Services in drug evictions
HAs still having problems with criminal record checks
Notice explains new designated housing rules
HUD proposes to remove its rulemaking requirements
Notice reviews HUD actions per 1996 appropriations act
News You Can Use: Homeownership
Volume 11, Number 13
August 5, 1996
President’s Forum: Welfare reform legislation
House, Senate negotiators yet to meet on housing bill
PHADA urges codification of occupancy standards
New procedures presented for income matching
Draft notice would extend optional income exclusions
Interim rule will change funding for vacant units
News You Can Use: Are You Waiting?
Volume 11, Number 12
July 22, 1996
President’s Forum: Update on legislative activity
PHADA submits comments on PHMAP proposed rule
Senate panel approves FY97 funding bill for HUD
HUD reissues PHDEP NOFA after deadline
PHADA comments on mixed-finance development
Notice says secretary won't use minimum rent waiver
HUD assesses progress of Moving to Opportunity
HUD may seek negotiated rulemaking for occupancy
Drug elimination technical assistance NOFA announced
Notice compares vacancy final rule to previous rule
Draft notice deals with use of mod for other purposes
Notice funds technical assistance for TOP
Six-month trial period set for HA access to crime data
Memorandum of Agreement between HUD and DOJ
Notice addresses changes to 50058 reporting form
Volume 11, Number 11
June 24, 1996
President’s Forum: The accreditation issue
PHADA letter details position on housing bills
Senate panel, Cisneros discuss FY97 HUD funding
House bill’s self-sufficiency contract scrutinized
Plan unveiled to immunize children in public housing
HUD plan calls for funding of units set for demolition
Jobs-Plus initiative targets low-employment areas
PHADA’s web site receives award
HTVN telecast addresses HUD’s ‘one strike’ policy
Volume 11, Number 10
June 10, 1996
President's Forum: Looking back on a busy year
House panel marks up FY97 VA/HUD funding
HUD, FBI agree to trial policy for records access
PIH 96-24 creates PFS adjustments for HAs
Interim rule encourages public/private partnerships
Bill would allow HUD to give income data to HAs
Volume 11, Number 9
May 27, 1996
President's Forum: Housing bill passes; PHADA convenes working group
Lazio housing reform bill undergoes legislative facelift
HUD develops SEMAP rule; considers 14 indicators
Notice would implement designated housing changes
HUD seeks to alter rule and comment procedures
HUD plans for costs of renewing Sec. 8 contracts
Training network allows HTI to increase number of sites
News You Can Use: Spelling Bees
Volume 11, Number 8
May 13, 1996
President's Forum: Trustee ballot set; Convention sessions developed
Final FY96 budget includes policy provisions
McCollum bill lets states, not HUD, set occupancy standard
PHMAP proposed rule makes significant changes
Excerpt from Dole speech regarding HUD and public housing
FBI policy would effectively prevent HA access to records
HUD issues Q&A on new Section 8 provisions
News You Can Use: Drug Grants
Volume 11, Number 7
April 29, 1996
President's Forum: Rent provisions delay Lazio bill ...
Mancera awarded 1996 Bollinger Scholarship
Funding bill near completion, Lazio to bring housing legislation to floor in early May
Income matching demo uncovers significant fraud
Extension Act provides HAs with more housing reforms
HUD, FBI work out details for HA access to criminal records
New law alters requirements for designated housing
HUD drafts new PHMAP indicator for 'security'
News You Can Use: The rest of the story
Volume 11, Number 6
April 15, 1996
President's Forum: PHADA outlines FY97 budget ...
FY97 budget hearing turns into debate on HUD’s future
Latest CR keeps government funded to April 24
President signs executive order on ‘one strike’ policy
Final rule makes clarifying changes to noncitizens rule
Legal Services restricted in certain drug eviction cases
Harris County HCDA wins White House award
Final rule issued on lease and grievance procedures
News You Can Use: Get Out the Vote
Volume 11, Number 5
April 1, 1996
President's Forum: President signs reauthorization bill ...
FY96 HUD budget still uncertain, funding delayed
Final rule streamlines PH modernization programs
Draft notice advises HAs on new minumum rent
Administration issues 'one strike' policy for evictions
Rule streamlines income verification procedures
Notice clarifies procedures for resident participation
Rule consolidates pet ownership requirements
Notice advises HAs on tenant voter registration
News You Can Use: Register to vote, Part II
Volume 11, Number 4
March 18, 1996
President's Forum: Internet provides valuable resources
House and Senate craft new temporary spending bills
Rule defines use of vacancies in determining subsidy
Maintenance and operation regulations updated
Final rule streamlines CIAP, CGP
News You Can Use: Register to vote, Part I
Volume 11, Number 3
March 4, 1996
President's Forum: Committee nominates twenty ...
Clinton to propose increase in HUD funding for FY97
PHADA seeks refinements in 'Housing Act of 1996'
HUD lists procedures for enforcing 'non-citizen' rule
Tax-exempt 63-20 bonds offer HAs financing options
Final rule clarifies 'single persons' definition
New Orleans, HUD agree to 'cooperative endeavor'
News You Can Use: Grass Cutting
Volume 11, Number 2
February 19, 1996
President's Forum: Good news! ACC dealine extended ...
PHADA launches home page on the World Wide Web
HUD extends deadline for submission of new ACC
New temporary funding bill includes reform measures
Notice provides guidance on energy saving for HAs
Investment consortium devises HA financing plan
Boys and Girls Clubs proven effective in aiding at-risk youth
News You Can Use: Gasoline purchases
Volume 11, Number 1
January 22, 1996
President's Forum: Lack of deal leaves uncertainty
PHADA presses HUD for rulemaking on new ACC
Senate passes housing reform bill in voice vote
Congress agrees to fund government until Jan. 26
Clinton vetoes Republican welfare reform legislation
HUD Blueprint II stresses community partnerships
News You Can Use: Housing Television Network
Volume 10, Number 22
December 18, 1995
President's Forum: Housing issues undecided
Schedule developed for satellite training network
President vetoes VA/HUD appropriations bill
Government shut down once more
GSA won't issue final rule for HA access
IG says resident programs not acheiving goals
HUD opinion opens door for HA financing partnerships
News You Can Use: A year of change, Part II
Net Notes: E-mail and voting records
Volume 10, Number 20
November 20, 1995
President's Forum: PHADA urges legislators
House Committee Completes Markup of H.R. 2406
HUD Extends Deadline for Submission of ACC
General Counsel Diaz Responds to PHADA Letter
FY96 Annual Adjustment Factors Issued
House Committee Criticizes NTO's Puerto Rico Trip
Report Studies Effectiveness of Public Housing Police
News You Can Use: Jobs, Jobs, Jobs
Net Notes: Federal government sites
