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Overview

HUD’s Office of Policy Development and Research is managing a Congressionally mandated study of the housing needs of Native Americans, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians. The study is underway and the final report is expected in May 2013. The study uses several sources of information, include both primary and secondary data collection. For copies of the survey instruments, please see the list of documents under “data collection tools.” In addition to the primary data collection, the study also includes an in-depth analysis of Census data and administrative data from HUD and other federal agencies. The goal of the study is to provide clear, credible, and consistent information to assess the housing conditions in Native American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian communities. The information will inform policy and allow HUD to serve tribes more effectively.

If you would like to receive updates about the study directly or participate with HUD and other interested parties in discussions about issues related to the study, please sign up for our “eList.”

Current Status

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is continuing their review of the materials submitted under Federal Register Notice 5480–N–73. Due to feedback from the Native American community, additional tribal consultations are contemplated before HUD conducts the survey. We will announce the timing and location of the consultations as soon as possible. We are working with the National American Indian Housing Council and the National Congress of American Indians to ensure that tribal leaders are informed about the consultations and can participate fully.

If you have further questions about the study or any of the materials on this page, please contact Jennifer Stoloff in HUD’s Office of Policy Development and Research.
Email: Jennifer.A.Stoloff@hud.gov
Phone: 202.402.5723