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Several people were hurt today after a stampeding crowd of hopeful area residents rushed the Jesse Owens Memorial Complex in Dallas, Texas when the doors opened to families hoping to receive a highly coveted Section 8 housing voucher. Authorities said they weren’t anticipating the huge, early turnout although people began lining up the night before. This wasn't the first time a situation like this has occurred. Last summer, a crowd of 30,000 people showed up at an Atlanta location seeking vouchers. As a result of the heat, confusion and frustration, the incident soon became a mob scene, resulting in 62 people being injured. One thing is certain, this incident suggests the voucher program is a popular one, attracting many hopeful families.

What are housing choice vouchers?

The Section 8, or Housing Choice Voucher Program, is a federally funded government program that helps low income families and individuals, the elderly and disabled citizens afford safe, well-maintained housing in the private housing market. The program's assistance is provided on behalf of a participating family or individual so they can find their own houses and apartments and not be limited to subsidized housing projects.

Who distributes vouchers?

Vouchers are distributed locally by public housing agencies (PHAs). These PHAs receive federal funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Once a family or individual meets the requirement to receive a voucher they’re responsible for finding a property owner who agrees to participate in the program, which can include the family’s current residence.

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