Public Comment in support of FR-6362-P-01: Reducing Barriers to HUD-Assisted Housing

The Clean Slate Initiative offered comments supporting the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) proposed regulations to reduce barriers to HUD-assisted housing for individuals with conviction histories. If adopted, the proposed rules would shift from blanket denials to an individualized assessment process, considering only relevant conviction records and evaluating mitigating factors. The Clean Slate Initiative urges HUD to swiftly implement these regulations to promote equitable access to housing, support rehabilitation, and enhance community well-being and safety.

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