Which term describes the situation when a PHA must "freeze" rent for a family member with a disability who begins working under specific conditions?

The term that describes the situation when a Public Housing Authority (PHA) must "freeze" rent for a family member with a disability who begins working under specific conditions is Earned Income Disregard. This concept refers to a provision that allows individuals with disabilities to retain a certain amount of their earned income without affecting their rent obligations.

When a person with a disability starts employment, this policy is designed to promote economic independence by reducing disincentives associated with employment. A portion of their earnings is not counted when calculating their rent, allowing them to keep more of their income and maintain housing stability. This “freeze” on rent increases in response to earned income is particularly important for families, as it encourages work without the immediate pressure of increased living costs.

Other terms like Rent Structure Suspension, Income Adjustment Policy, and Disability Employment Protection do not specifically pertain to the concept of ignoring a portion of earned income for rent calculation purposes. Instead, they might refer to broader policies or protections but do not capture the specific mechanism intended to support individuals with disabilities in the workforce as effectively as Earned Income Disregard does.