HUD Seeks Input on Secretary's Housing Awards Data Update
Published Date: 1/9/2026
Notice
Summary
HUD wants to update how it collects info for the Secretary's Awards, which celebrate great housing projects and ideas. If you’re involved in housing or community work, this affects you! They’re asking for public feedback by March 10, 2026, and this update won’t cost you extra money—just a little time to share your thoughts.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Nomination Time and Cost Burden
If you submit a HUD Secretary's Awards nomination, HUD estimates the application takes about 6 hours to complete. HUD estimates 150 respondents once per year for a total burden of 900 hours annually and an annualized cost of $20,376 (using $22.64 per hour).
Who Can Apply for Awards
Eligible applicants for the HUD Secretary's Awards include individuals and organizations such as public housing authorities, tribally-designated housing entities, developers, community organizations, faith-based organizations, foundations, and other entities that work in housing and community development.
Electronic Submission Allowed
HUD will receive award nominations using an application form and will accept information collection via web-based forms or email submissions. You can submit your nomination electronically rather than by mail.
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