OAR 813-210-0001: Purpose and Objectives

The purpose of OAR chapter 813, division 210 is to administer the federal Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program. Funding for CSBG comes from federal funds authorized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HSS) in 42 USC 106. Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is designated as the state agency responsible for administering state and federal antipoverty programs in Oregon. The purpose of CSBG, which is one such program, is to alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty in local communities by providing services and activities designed to increase self-sufficiency for eligible households.