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.

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 …

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

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 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.

HMIS refers to the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), the system used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to program participants.

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 …

HMIS Documents & Resources There are a variety of documents that comprise the suite of HMIS Data Standards resources. Each of the documents has a specific purpose and intended audience.

Who owns the data in HMIS (in other words, who governs its uses and disclosures), and how do we ensure that data is both private and secure, but also that we aren’t limiting access beyond what is …