If a person is a “non-contending” family member, does the PHA consider them to have eligible or ineligible immigration status?
The PHA should consider the person to have ineligible immigration status. Per 24 CFR 5.508(a), a person’s eligibility status is contingent upon that person submitting a written declaration to the responsible entity, by which that person declares whether he or she is a U.S. citizen or a non-citizen with eligible status. By not submitting the signed declaration, effectively not contending citizenship or eligible immigration status, the person cannot establish eligibility for assistance or continued assistance under Section 214-covered programs.
Related Questions
- If the only family member who has eligible citizenship or immigration status passes away or vacates the unit, what does the PHA have to do with the remaining ineligible members?
- If a person is a "non-contending" family member, does the PHA consider them to have eligible or ineligible immigration status?
- Is the familys economic status a factor for the person or child to be eligible for a special wish?
