Puerto Rico Gets Fast-Track Rules for Storm Recovery Funds

2026-08406 — HOME Investment Partnerships Program: Further Program Updates and Streamlining

HUD is updating the HOME Investment Partnerships Program to make it simpler and more flexible, especially for green building projects and scattered site manufactured housing rentals. These changes affect local housing groups that get federal money to build or fix affordable homes. Public comments are open until June 1, 2026, so folks can share their thoughts before the new rules take effect.

2026-08339 — HOME Investment Partnerships Program: Further Program Updates and Streamlining

HUD is hitting the pause button on some new HOME program rules that were supposed to start in 2025. This delay affects local governments and housing groups waiting for updated rules about affordable housing projects. No new changes or money moves will happen until HUD finishes reviewing and publishes the next final rule—so, hang tight!

2026-08244 — Equal Access to Housing in HUD Programs Revisions

HUD is updating its rules to focus on biological sex instead of gender identity when it comes to housing programs. This means shelters and similar places can ask for proof of sex to keep everyone safe. These changes affect people using HUD housing services and those running them, with public comments open until June 29, 2026.

2026-06926 — HOME Investment Partnerships Program-Maximum Per-Unit Subsidy Limit Methodology and Amount; Notice for Comment

HUD is updating how it sets the maximum money allowed per housing unit for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program. This change affects builders and developers using HOME funds starting May 11, 2026, and HUD wants your thoughts before finalizing it. The new limits help make sure funds stretch fairly and wisely to build affordable homes.

2026-04990 — Revocation of the 30-Day Notification Requirement Prior to Termination of Lease for Nonpayment of Rent; Indefinite Delay of Effective Date

HUD is hitting the pause button on a new rule that would have stopped the 30-day heads-up before evicting tenants for not paying rent. This means public housing tenants and property owners won’t see changes just yet, as HUD reviews feedback and legal challenges. No rent-related notices are changing for now, so everyone can breathe easy until HUD decides the next move.

2026-04095 — Establishing Flexibility for Implementation of Work Requirements and Term Limits

HUD is proposing new rules that let local housing agencies and some apartment owners require adults to work and set time limits on housing help for families who aren’t elderly or disabled. This gives communities more control to encourage self-sufficiency and mix incomes, helping tackle the affordable housing crunch. Comments on these changes are open until May 1, 2026, so get ready to weigh in!

Previous: 2025-06548 — CSX Transportation, Inc.-Discontinuance of Service Exemption-in Bergen County, N.J., and Rockland County, N.Y.

CSX Transportation is stopping train service on a 7.5-mile rail line between Bergen County, NJ, and Rockland County, NY, because no one’s used it for over two years. Local businesses and communities in those zip codes might feel the change, but any freight can still travel on other routes. If no one steps up to pay for keeping the line open by late April, the shutdown will start May 17, 2025.

Next: 2025-06550 — Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Application for Exemption From Yarde Metals, Inc. (USDOT #299202)

Yarde Metals wants permission to use a flashing amber brake light on their trucks along with the regular steady brake lights. This change affects their commercial vehicles and could make their trucks more noticeable when braking. The government is asking for public feedback before deciding, so keep an eye out for the comment deadline!