Opportunity
Federal Register #RHS-26-SFH-0199
USDA Rural Housing Service Requests Comments on Information Collection for Direct Single Family Housing Loans and Grants
Buyer
United States Department of Agriculture Rural Housing Service
Posted
June 11, 2026
Respond By
August 10, 2026
Identifier
RHS-26-SFH-0199
NAICS
925110
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Housing Service (RHS) is seeking public comments on proposed changes to its information collection process for the Direct Single Family Housing Loans and Grants programs. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Rural Housing Service (RHS) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement for products or services. - Products/Services Requested: - Public feedback on the information collection requirements for: - Direct Single Family Housing Loans (Section 502) - Direct Single Family Housing Grants (Section 504) - The information collection supports eligibility, underwriting, and servicing for these programs. - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The notice is focused on improving the utility and reducing the burden of information collection for applicants and stakeholders. - Emphasis on accurate reporting and recordkeeping for program management and regulatory compliance. - No purchase or acquisition of goods or services is involved; this is an administrative request for comment.
Description
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Housing Service (RHS) intends to request a revision of a currently approved information collection related to Direct Single Family Housing Loans and Grants programs. These programs provide financial assistance to eligible applicants to own modest homes in rural areas, including loan and grant options for purchasing, repairing, or improving homes. The information collection supports eligibility and underwriting decisions, as well as servicing options for loans. Comments on the information collection are invited to improve its utility and reduce respondent burden.