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KC Tenants and ACLU sue over court order allowing evictions during the pandemic

By Chris Holden on October 29th, 2020

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Despite a national eviction moratorium ordered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to protect low-income renters during the coronavirus pandemic, evictions for nonpayment of rent have continued around the country. Evictions in some areas are being permitted by local courts; and renters in Kansas City, Missouri, have fought back. The American Civil … Continue reading KC Tenants and ACLU sue over court order allowing evictions during the pandemic

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Trump administration favors landlords in guidance on eviction moratorium

By Chris Holden on October 22nd, 2020

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The Trump administration has undercut COVID-19 eviction protections provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), by releasing guidance that heavily favors landlords. This change will give landlords new tools to push renters out and accelerate eviction proceedings for many renters in the midst of the pandemic. For those not familiar with the … Continue reading Trump administration favors landlords in guidance on eviction moratorium

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Learn how to register to vote in your state

By Nathan Brunet on October 15th, 2020

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There are only a few weeks left before Election Day, and residents can still register to vote in 25 states. If your state’s deadline has not yet passed and you do not know how to register to vote, a U.S. government website has made that information easy to find. Step 1: Visit Vote.gov The home … Continue reading Learn how to register to vote in your state

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Evictions surged when protections lifted, low-income renters lack legal counsel

By Chris Holden on October 8th, 2020

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Eviction filings surged in August and September, during the short time there was no federal eviction moratorium in place. And corporate eviction filings even continued after the current eviction moratorium was ordered by the CDC. This gives us a preview of the eviction crisis that low-income renters may face in January. Because few low-income renters … Continue reading Evictions surged when protections lifted, low-income renters lack legal counsel

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Register to vote before your state’s deadline

By Nathan Brunet on October 5th, 2020

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With Election Day less than one month away, the deadline to register to vote in many states is quickly approaching, or is already here. It is important for low-income renters to vote to support candidates with plans to progress our affordable housing programs. Today is the last day you can register by any method to … Continue reading Register to vote before your state’s deadline

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House keeps housing assistance a priority for coronavirus relief

By Chris Holden on October 2nd, 2020

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House Democrats introduced a compromise $2.2 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill this week. With Congress set to break for recess before the national election, bill sponsors hope it will provide a starting point for negotiations on a new aid package. Affordable housing remains a priority in the bill, with substantial funding for emergency rental assistance and … Continue reading House keeps housing assistance a priority for coronavirus relief

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Millions still need to claim their coronavirus stimulus checks

By Chris Holden on September 28th, 2020

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There are millions of people who have not yet received their CARES Act stimulus check, and time is running out to claim this assistance before the October 15 deadline. The CARES Act was passed last March to help people hurt by the coronavirus pandemic. It included stimulus checks of $1,200 for every adult, plus $500 … Continue reading Millions still need to claim their coronavirus stimulus checks

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The pandemic is making it harder for survivors of domestic violence

By Chris Holden on September 24th, 2020

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In the best of times, survivors of domestic violence face a lot of challenges finding safe shelter. The coronavirus pandemic has made things much worse. Stay at home orders keep survivors closed up with their abusers. Shelters have to reduce capacity or close because of social distancing rules. However, crisis hotlines and shelter operators are … Continue reading The pandemic is making it harder for survivors of domestic violence

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How to get Hurricane Sally recovery assistance in Alabama

By Nathan Brunet on September 22nd, 2020

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Residents of Baldwin, Mobile, and Escambia County, Alabama who have been impacted by Hurricane Sally can now apply for FEMA disaster recovery assistance for temporary housing and home repairs. What assistance is available? FEMA’s program, called Individual Assistance, may offer any of the following services: Individuals and Households Program(Temporary housing assistance, home repair funds, and … Continue reading How to get Hurricane Sally recovery assistance in Alabama

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Congress deadlocked on more coronavirus relief

By Chris Holden on September 21st, 2020

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Negotiations between congressional leaders and the White House over a new coronavirus stimulus package are at a standstill. Congress will leave town in a couple of weeks for the final month of the campaign. Congress still needs to pass funding bills before September 30 to avoid a government shutdown. (Editor’s Note: The House passed passed … Continue reading Congress deadlocked on more coronavirus relief