This interim rule implements the proposed revision, published on May 6, 1996, of the Public Housing Management Assessment Program (PHMAP) at 24 CFR part 901. PHMAP applies to public housing agencies (PHAs) and resident management corporations (RMCs), and any other entities under contract to manage public housing, but does not apply to Indian housing authorities, nor to the Family Self-Sufficiency Program authorized under section 23. PHMAP provides policies and procedures to identify PHA management capabilities and deficiencies, and assists HUD State/Area Offices in accountability monitoring and risk management.