Paperwork Reduction Act Division

The Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Division is committed to ensuring HUD's compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, a United States federal law enacted in 1980 and amended in 1995. The PRA aims to minimize public burdens, maximize the utility of collected information, and ensure compliance with information access, privacy, and security laws. The PRA Division plays a vital role in supporting HUD's mission by managing the Department's information collection processes and promoting efficient and effective data collection practices.

The primary responsibilities of the PRA Division include overseeing the review and approval of information collection requests, ensuring compliance with federal information collection standards, and providing guidance and support to HUD program offices on PRA-related matters. The division works closely with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to obtain necessary approvals and to streamline the information collection process.

The PRA Division focuses on several key areas:

• Information Collection Review: Reviewing and approving information collection requests to ensure they meet federal standards and do not impose unnecessary burdens on respondents.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensuring HUD's compliance with the PRA by monitoring information collection activities and reporting to OMB and other oversight bodies.
• Guidance and Training: Providing guidance and training to HUD program offices on PRA requirements and best practices for information collection.
• Streamlining Processes: Identifying opportunities to streamline and improve the efficiency of HUD's information collection processes, reducing redundancy and enhancing data quality.

Through its diligent efforts, the PRA Division ensures that HUD's information collection practices are efficient, compliant, and aligned with the principles of the Paperwork Reduction Act. This, in turn, supports the Department's goal of reducing paperwork burdens and improving the quality and utility of the information collected.

For more information about the Paperwork Reduction Act Division or for assistance with PRA-related inquiries, please contact us at PaperworkReductionActOffice@hud.gov.