Clay County Housing Authority Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Tenant Data

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority of Clay County in Indiana announced a data security incident that occurred on June 19, 2026, and was reported on September 17, 2026. This breach may have compromised the private information of individuals who applied for or participated in the Authority's housing and assistance programs.

The exposed data includes incredibly sensitive personal identifiers. The Authority confirmed that Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Home Address, Income and Wage Verification Records, Tax Return Information, Banking and Direct Deposit Details, and Government ID Number were compromised. This combination of data significantly increases the risk of identity theft, financial fraud, and other harms.

Organizations like the Housing & Redevelopment Authority of Clay County are entrusted with protecting the highly sensitive data they collect. They have a legal responsibility to implement robust security measures to prevent unauthorized access. The occurrence of this data breach suggests that these essential safeguards may have been insufficient, leaving vulnerable individuals exposed.

If you received a data breach notification letter from the Housing & Redevelopment Authority of Clay County, it indicates your information was part of this incident. Understanding what happened and what steps you can take to protect yourself is important. You may also have legal options available to seek accountability.

Receiving a notification letter establishes that your private data was compromised. Individuals who receive such letters may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit aimed at holding the responsible party accountable. For a no-cost, no-obligation evaluation of your specific situation, you can connect with our legal team to discuss your potential claim.