HUD Payment Integrity and Accountability Act of 2026

(a) In general. Not later than December 1, 2027, the Secretary shall include, as part of the agency financial report for fiscal year 2027 required under OMB Circular No. A–36, a compliant improper payment assessment for project-based assistance and tenant-based assistance.

(b) Detailed plan and timeline. The Secretary shall develop and execute a detailed plan and timeline for testing and reporting improper payment estimates in the Office of Public and Indian Housing’s Tenant-Based Rental Assistance program and the Office of Multifamily Housing's Project-Based Rental Assistance program, in full compliance with Federal law and applicable guidance issued by the Office of Management and Budget.