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Replace or demote the spm_unit_capped_housing_subsidy calibration target #736

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@MaxGhenis

spm_unit_capped_housing_subsidy is currently calibrated to a HUD/Census hybrid national total. If we want a credible hard target, this should be replaced with a clearer HUD administrative benchmark or demoted to diagnostic status.

Why the current target is weak:

  • The current target is not clearly a single administrative source.
  • HUD administrative program totals and assisted-housing records are more authoritative than a HUD/Census hybrid.
  • The SPM capped housing subsidy concept is not identical to HUD outlays or administrative payment totals, so concept mapping needs to be explicit.

Proposed change:

  • Either replace the current target with a HUD administrative rental-assistance benchmark, or demote the target to diagnostic status if the concept match is too loose.
  • Candidate sources include HUD Picture of Subsidized Households and HUD rental-assistance budget/outlay materials.

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