HMIS is a local information technology system used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to individuals and families at risk of and experiencing homelessness.

These resources are intended to assist Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) Lead agencies, Continuum of Care (CoC) representatives, and HMIS vendors in designing, implementing, …

Oct 1, 2025 · HMIS data standards are established by HUD, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to allow for standardized data …

The FY 2026 HMIS Data Standards are effective as of October 1, 2025. This means that all HMIS and comparable database software were required to be programmed to collect data based on the FY …

The HMIS Data Standards were first published by HUD in 2004 as the HMIS Data and Technical Standards. HUD, in collaboration with its federal partners, has continued to update the HMIS Data …

The HMIS Data Standards Manual provides general project set up and data collection guidance for Project Descriptor Data Elements, Universal Data Elements, and Common Data Elements.

The HMIS Governance Notice will provide guidance on these specific issues and what CoCs must have in place around in order to be compliant with the HMIS Rule and Notices.

Summary of Key Issues All recipients of McKinney-Vento funding are required to participate in an HMIS. HMIS Benefits all stakeholders: Consumers Providers CoC, Policy Makers, and Government Officials …

HUD’s HMIS privacy standards apply to all agencies, projects and individuals that record, use or disclose protected personal information for an HMIS. This includes employees, volunteers, affiliates, …

FY 2024 HMIS Data Standards Manual A GUIDE FOR HMIS END USERS AND HMIS LEADS/SYSTEM ADMINISTRATORS U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development VERSION 1.7 …