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After troubles, Tulalip Tribes finally out of HUD 'jail'


The Tulalip Tribes of Washington can move forward with housing programs after being cleared by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

"We're out of HUD jail," a tribal attorney told The Everett Herald. "We're not even on probation."

HUD suspended the tribe after finding major problems with its $6 million housing program. The former executive director was sentenced to probation for misusing funds.

Now that all the issues have been resolved, the tribe is working towards a new housing project. By this time next year, 16 new homes will be under construction.

Get the Story:
Tulalip housing program back (The Everett Herald 12/4)

Relevant Links:
Tulalip Tribes - http://www.tulaliptribes.com

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