Who must disclose and document their Social Security number to be admitted to the program?

In the context of multifamily housing programs, it is essential for participants to provide their Social Security numbers as part of the eligibility and verification process. The correct answer focuses on specific exceptions for certain individuals.

Household members, specifically those who do not contend for assistance and those who are 62 years old or older as of a certain date, are exempt from needing to disclose their Social Security numbers if they were already receiving subsidies. This stipulation prevents the need for individuals who meet these criteria to disclose Social Security numbers again, thereby streamlining the process for those who are already established within the program and reducing unnecessary administrative burdens.

By allowing these exceptions, the program ensures that it can effectively manage data privacy while continuing to assist individuals who are less likely to be able to provide such information, either because of age or prior program compliance.