24 C.F.R. § 5.526
§ 5.526 Protection from liability for responsible entities and State and local government agencies and officials. (24 CFR Part 5)
Operative Text
(a) Protection from liability for responsible entities. Responsible entities are protected from liability as set forth in Section 214(e) (42 U.S.C 1436a(e)). (b) Protection from liability for State and local government agencies and officials. State and local government agencies and officials shall not be liable for the design or implementation of the verification system described in § 5.512, as long as the implementation by the State and local government agency or official is in accordance with prescribed HUD rules and requirements.
Under 24 CFR Part 5 § 5.526, two categories of actors receive protection from legal liability in connection with immigration-status verification. Responsible entities—such as housing agencies and assisted-housing providers—are shielded from liability as specified in Section 214(e) of the applicable federal statute. Separately, state and local government agencies and officials cannot be held liable for how they design or carry out the verification system outlined in § 5.512, provided their actions conform to HUD's prescribed rules and requirements.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Responsible entities operating under 24 CFR Part 5 § 5.526 generally maintain their liability protection by ensuring that any immigration-status verification activities align with HUD's established rules and requirements. Compliant operators typically document their verification procedures to demonstrate adherence to the framework described in § 5.512. Consulting HUD guidance and keeping current with any regulatory updates helps operators remain within the scope of the protections this provision affords.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 24 CFR Part 5 § 5.526, the liability protections extended to responsible entities and government officials do not eliminate tenants' rights under other applicable federal, state, or local laws. If a tenant believes that a housing provider's verification practices under § 5.512 were conducted improperly or outside HUD's prescribed requirements, that concern may be relevant to a complaint filed with HUD or a local housing authority. Tenant-rights organizations can help individuals understand how this provision interacts with other protections that may apply to their situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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