U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge announced the awarding of the first part of American Rescue Plan funds for Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs) for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.

HUD is awarding Oklahoma $5,116,668 – 478 vouchers – for 9 public housing authorities (PHAs) administering the Housing Choice Voucher Program. 

Nationally, HUD is awarding $1.1 billion – 70,000 vouchers – for 626 PHAs.  Click here for a full list of awards.

“Addressing our nation’s homelessness crisis is a top priority for HUD,” said Fudge.

“With COVID-19 still a threat and with the sweltering summer months just around the corner, the $1.1 billion we are announcing today comes at a critical time in our efforts to get people experiencing homelessness off the streets and into safe, stable homes.”