HUD

Question 1

What’s the purpose of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)?

Answer 1

To provide housing and community development assistance and to make sure everyone has access to “fair and equal” housing. To make sure communities have enough housing and any other development assistance they might need.

Question 2

What is the HUD equal access rule?

Answer 2

It ensures that all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, have equal access to housing assistance.

Question 3

What are some things HUD is responsible for?

Answer 3

● Ensure there is enough affordable rental housing ● Strengthening the U.S. housing market ● Improve people’s quality of life by improving their housing ● Strengthen communities ● Enforce fair housing laws

Question 4

Who established the Government National Mortgage Association (GinnieMae)?

Answer 4

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

Question 5

Who oversees the Federal Housing Administration and the Fair Housing Act?

Answer 5

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)