Which duty does a PHA NOT have when a voucher is issued?

A Public Housing Authority (PHA) holds several responsibilities once a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) is issued, but not every action falls under its obligations. When a voucher is issued, the PHA is indeed responsible for approving suitable units to ensure they meet the program's requirements. They also maintain records associated with the vouchers, including providing necessary information to property owners who may rent to voucher holders. Educating families about their options within the program is another important duty of the PHA, as it helps ensure that families can make informed choices regarding their housing.

Screening the tenant's background, however, is not a responsibility of the PHA. Instead, this task falls to landlords or owners of the rental properties. These owners are empowered to conduct their own tenant screening processes, which may include checking criminal backgrounds, credit reports, and rental history. The PHA's role is primarily to ensure that the overall program operates effectively and to provide the necessary support and guidelines, rather than directly managing individual tenant qualifications. Therefore, the assertion that the PHA does not have a duty to screen the tenant’s background reflects the correct understanding of the separation of responsibilities between landlords and the PHA.