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SNAPS In Focus: Final Rule on Defining “Chronically Homeless” Part II: Policy and Practical Implications of the New Definition

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Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser . SNAPS In Focus: Final Rule on Defining “Chronically Homeless” Part II: Policy and Practical Implications of the New Definition In an earlier message , Ann Oliva explained the background of how we got to the definition of chronically homeless included in the final rule . This message further describes the policy and HUD’s intent as well as provides guidance around what to expect next. First and foremost, HUD’s intent is to prioritize households who have been homeless for very long periods of time and who may require more consistent engagement and assistance to