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Public Housing Agency (PHA)

A local or state government organization that manages and operates housing for low-income families, elderly people, and people with disabilities.

Automatic Sprinkler System

A system of pipes and sprinkler heads that automatically sprays water when it detects a fire, helping to control or put out the flames.

Capital Fund

Money provided by the federal government to Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) for major repairs, upgrades, and improvements to public housing buildings.

Exempted Public Housing Project

An older public housing building that was not recently built and is not currently required by other federal laws to have automatic fire sprinkler systems.

Competitive Grant Program

A program where organizations apply for funding, and the government reviews the applications and chooses the best ones to receive money.

Authorization of Appropriations

A legislative act that allows money to be set aside for a specific program or purpose, but it does not actually provide the money; a separate appropriation act is needed for the funds to be spent.