42 U.S.C. § 1437m
Payment of non-Federal share (THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE (42 U.S.C.))
Operative Text
Any of the following may be used as the non-Federal share required in connection with activities undertaken under Federal grant-in-aid programs which provide social, educational, employment, and other services to the tenants in a project assisted under this chapter, other than under ; annual contributions under this chapter for operation of the project; or rental or use-value of buildings or facilities paid for, in whole or in part, from development, modernization, or operation cost financed under this chapter.
Under 42 U.S.C. § 1437m, when federally assisted housing projects participate in grant-in-aid programs that deliver social, educational, employment, or other services to residents, the law specifies what resources can count toward the required non-Federal funding share. Specifically, annual contributions used to operate the project and the rental or use-value of buildings or facilities financed through development, modernization, or operating costs under the same chapter are both recognized as eligible non-Federal contributions. This provision essentially allows certain existing public housing resources to satisfy matching requirements rather than requiring entirely separate funding sources.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and public housing authorities administering projects assisted under 42 U.S.C. § 1437m should be aware that when they participate in Federal grant-in-aid programs offering services to residents, they may be able to apply operating contributions or the rental and use-value of project facilities toward the required non-Federal match. Compliant operators typically document how these resources are valued and allocated to ensure they meet grant program matching requirements. Maintaining clear records of annual contributions and facility valuations is a common practice when leveraging these resources under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 42 U.S.C. § 1437m, residents of federally assisted housing projects have an interest in how their developments participate in grant-in-aid programs that fund social, educational, employment, and other services — since the provision governs how those programs are financially structured at the project level. If services promised through such programs appear to be unavailable or underfunded, tenants may find it useful to inquire with their housing authority about how non-Federal matching obligations are being met under this provision. Tenant-rights organizations and local legal aid offices can help residents understand how this funding structure may affect the availability of services in their community.
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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