Federal Register #2026-13451

HHS Final Rule Streamlining Runaway and Homeless Youth Program Regulations

This opportunity concerns a regulatory update, not a procurement action: - Government buyer: Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Children and Families Administration - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is a final rulemaking action - No products or services are being requested or procured - The final rule streamlines the Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Program regulations by removing duplicative and unnecessary sections - Focuses on making regulations more accessible and aligned with statutory authority - Addresses grant priorities, match requirements, grant periods, allowable/unallowable costs, and protections for vulnerable youth (including LGBTQ individuals) - Shifts detailed requirements and guidance to Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) instead of regulation - The intent is to reduce administrative burden while maintaining effective program management - No contract value, period of performance, or line items are applicable

Description

This final rule removes duplicative and unnecessary sections from the Runaway and Homeless Youth Program regulations. The amendments aim to streamline these regulations to make them more accessible to the public. The rule clarifies program requirements, reduces administrative burden, and better aligns regulations with current statutory authority while maintaining program operations and effective management of grant funds. It addresses topics such as grant priorities, match requirements, grant periods, allowable and unallowable costs, and protections for vulnerable youth, including those identifying as LGBTQ.

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