This final rule makes conforming changes to HUD's regulations to reflect statutory changes made by the Multifamily Assisted Housing Reform and Affordability Act of 1997. These amendments are designed to strengthen HUD's enforcement authority under its insured housing programs. The final rule also makes several clarifying, non-substantive amendments to these regulations. This final rule follows publication of a February 23, 2000 interim rule. No public comments were received on the interim rule. Accordingly, HUD is adopting the February 23, 2000 interim rule without change.