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This bill establishes the Eviction Right to Counsel Act of 2025, creating a federal fund to support state, local, and tribal governments in providing free legal representation to low-income tenants facing eviction. The bill defines a "covered individual" as a tenant with an income at or below 200% of the federal poverty line, and establishes a $100 million annual fund for fiscal years 2026-2030 to provide grants to eligible entities that implement "right to counsel legislation." When selecting grant recipients, the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development will prioritize governments that have enacted tenant-protective laws such as limiting eviction causes, requiring 30-day notice periods, establishing eviction diversion programs, or providing emergency rental assistance. Grant recipients can use the funds to cover the costs of legal representation, including training and recruiting attorneys to represent tenants in eviction proceedings. The overall goal is to ensure that low-income tenants have access to legal support during housing-related legal actions, helping to prevent unnecessary evictions and protect vulnerable populations from losing their homes.

Housing and Urban Affairs

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