42 U.S.C. § 1437bbb–2
Program allocation and covered housing assistance (THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE (42 U.S.C.))
Operative Text
In each fiscal year, the amount made available to each participating jurisdiction under the demonstration program under this subchapter shall be equal to the sum of the amounts of covered housing assistance that would otherwise be made available under the provisions of this chapter to the public housing agency for the jurisdiction. For purposes of this subchapter, the term “covered housing assistance” means— operating assistance under (as in effect before the effective date under section 503(a) of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998); modernization assistance under section 1437 of this title (as in effect before the effective date under section 503(a) of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998); l assistance for the certificate and voucher programs under (as in effect before the effective date under section 503(a) of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998); assistance from the Operating Fund under ; assistance from the Capital Fund under ; and tenant-based assistance under (as amended by the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998).
Under 42 U.S.C. § 1437bbb–2, each participating jurisdiction in the demonstration program receives a funding allocation each fiscal year that equals the total amount of federal housing assistance that would otherwise have flowed to its local public housing agency. The term 'covered housing assistance' is defined broadly to include operating funds, capital improvement funds, modernization assistance, certificate and voucher program assistance, and tenant-based assistance. This provision essentially consolidates multiple streams of federal housing support into a single block-style allocation for jurisdictions participating in the demonstration.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under agreements tied to the demonstration program governed by 42 U.S.C. § 1437bbb–2 should be aware that the funding available to the participating jurisdiction is derived from the same pool of federal resources—operating, capital, voucher, and tenant-based assistance—that would otherwise go to the local public housing agency. Compliant operators in such programs generally maintain documentation showing which category of 'covered housing assistance' under § 1437bbb–2 applies to their units. Understanding the funding source can be relevant when negotiating or renewing housing assistance payment contracts with the jurisdiction.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Tenants living in housing connected to the demonstration program under 42 U.S.C. § 1437bbb–2 should know that the federal assistance supporting their housing—whether it takes the form of operating funds, capital funds, vouchers, or certificates—is specifically defined and protected under this provision. If a tenant believes their housing assistance has been improperly reduced or withheld, general enforcement paths include raising the issue with the local public housing authority or participating jurisdiction, filing a complaint with HUD, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization familiar with public housing programs. Understanding that § 1437bbb–2 defines the scope of 'covered housing assistance' can be a useful reference point when seeking information about funding-related concerns.
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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