HUD Earmarks $5 Billion to Help the Homeless

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HUD Earmarks $5 Billion to Help the Homeless

Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge announced Monday the allocation of $5 billion in American Rescue Plan funds for emergency housing vouchers for individuals and families who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

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