usc 34 § 12492

Compliance reviews (CRIME CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (34 U.S.C.))

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Verified 9/13/2026 · Next check 10/13/2026
effective 9/13/2026FederalAffordable Housing Programs

Operative Text

usc 34 § 12492
Each appropriate agency shall establish a process by which to review compliance with the requirements of this part, which shall—

where possible, be incorporated into other existing compliance review processes of the appropriate agency, in consultation with the Gender-based Violence Prevention Office and Violence Against Women Act Director described in  and any other relevant officials of the appropriate agency; and

examine—

compliance with requirements prohibiting the denial of assistance, tenancy, or occupancy rights on the basis of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking;

compliance with confidentiality provisions set forth in ;

compliance with the notification requirements set forth in ;

compliance with the provisions for accepting documentation set forth in ;

compliance with emergency transfer requirements set forth in ; and

compliance with the prohibition on retaliation set forth in .

Each appropriate agency shall conduct the review described in paragraph (1) on a regular basis, as determined by the appropriate agency.

Not later than 2 years after , each appropriate agency shall issue regulations in accordance with  to implement subsection (a) of this section, which shall—

define standards of compliance under covered housing programs;

include detailed reporting requirements, including the number of emergency transfers requested and granted, as well as the length of time needed to process emergency transfers; and

include standards for corrective action plans where compliance standards have not been met.

In developing the regulations under paragraph (1), an appropriate agency shall engage in additional consultation with appropriate stakeholders including, as appropriate—

individuals and organizations with expertise in the housing needs and experiences of victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking; and

individuals and organizations with expertise in the administration or management of covered housing programs, including industry stakeholders and public housing agencies.

Each appropriate agency shall ensure that an agency-level assessment of the information collected during the compliance review process completed pursuant to this subsection—

includes an evaluation of each topic identified in subsection (a); and

is made publicly available.
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Plain English

Under 34 U.S.C. § 12492, federal housing agencies are required to build formal processes for reviewing whether covered housing programs are actually following the Violence Against Women Act's housing protections. These reviews must examine a range of obligations—including prohibitions on denying housing based on domestic violence or stalking, confidentiality rules, notification duties, documentation acceptance, emergency transfer procedures, and anti-retaliation rules. Agencies must also issue implementing regulations that define compliance standards, set reporting requirements (such as tracking emergency transfer requests and processing times), and establish corrective action procedures when violations are found. The results of these agency-level assessments must be made publicly available.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating under covered housing programs should be aware that 34 U.S.C. § 12492 directs the relevant federal agencies to conduct regular, structured compliance reviews of VAWA housing obligations. Compliant operators generally maintain clear documentation of their practices around denying or granting tenancy, handling confidential victim information, issuing required notices, accepting certifications, processing emergency transfer requests, and avoiding retaliation. Because agencies are required to develop detailed reporting standards and corrective action frameworks under this provision, operators benefit from keeping organized records that can demonstrate adherence across each of these areas during a review.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

34 U.S.C. § 12492 establishes that the federal agencies overseeing your housing program must regularly review whether that program is complying with VAWA's housing protections—covering areas such as the right not to be denied housing due to domestic violence or stalking, confidentiality of your information, proper notices, emergency transfers, and freedom from retaliation. Importantly, the results of these agency-level assessments must be made publicly available, which means tenants and advocates can access information about how programs are performing. If you believe a covered housing program has not followed these requirements, options may include raising the issue with the relevant agency's compliance office, contacting a local tenant-rights organization familiar with VAWA housing protections, or consulting with a housing attorney about available remedies.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Related Rules

§ 1437
Declaration of policy and public housing agency organization
§ 5.100
§ 5.100 Definitions.
§ 5.107
§ 5.107 Audit requirements for non-profit organizations.

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