SECTION 7.1. Purpose and Goals

(a) The rules established in this Chapter relate to Homeless Programs, for which the General Provisions provided in this subchapter apply to all of the Homeless Programs, unless otherwise noted. Additional program specific requirements are contained within each program subchapter.

(b) The Homeless Programs administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (the "Department") support the Department's statutorily assigned mission to address homelessness among Texans.

(c) The Department accomplishes this mission by acting as a conduit for state and federal funds directed for homelessness programs. Ensuring program compliance with the state and federal laws that govern these programs is another important part of the Department's mission. Oversight and program mandates ensure state and federal resources are expended in an efficient and effective manner.

(d) Unless otherwise noted herein or required by federal law or regulation, or state statute, all provisions of this chapter apply to any Application received for federal funds and any Contract of state funds on or after the effective date of this rule.

Source Note: The provisions of this §7.1 adopted to be effective February 27, 2024, 49 TexReg 1048