In May 2018, HUD made some changes in the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) to meet the requirements of Housing Counseling rule at 24 CFR 5.100. IDIS matrix codes were revised. Five new matrix codes were added for the Housing Counseling activities and a few matrix codes were replaced. Office of Block Grant Assistance (OBGA) has updated the
matrix code definitions to reflect the matrix codes revisions. The updated definitions include guidance on when and how to use each matrix code for the different types of eligible activities. The following items highlight the major changes made to the matrix codes: