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L.A. City Council votes to protect tenants while they await rental assistance

The Los Angeles City Council voted to prohibit the eviction of tenants whose rental assistance applications have been approved but are waiting to receive their funds.
The deadline for tenants to pay pandemic-era rental arrears is approaching, and more than 25,000 applicants are waiting to find out if they are eligible for funds.

L.A. tenants awaiting emergency rental assistance receive eviction protection

The Los Angeles City Council has passed an ordinance to prevent the eviction of tenants who are waiting for emergency rental assistance.
More than 3,200 residents have been approved for rental assistance, but only 25% of the allocated funds have been distributed.

L.A. City Council approves 'mansion tax' spending plan and program guidelines

Los Angeles City Council approved guidelines for allocating Measure ULA tax funds, focusing on affordable housing and tenant support.

L.A. City Council votes to protect tenants while they await rental assistance

The Los Angeles City Council voted to prohibit the eviction of tenants whose rental assistance applications have been approved but are waiting to receive their funds.
The deadline for tenants to pay pandemic-era rental arrears is approaching, and more than 25,000 applicants are waiting to find out if they are eligible for funds.

L.A. tenants awaiting emergency rental assistance receive eviction protection

The Los Angeles City Council has passed an ordinance to prevent the eviction of tenants who are waiting for emergency rental assistance.
More than 3,200 residents have been approved for rental assistance, but only 25% of the allocated funds have been distributed.

L.A. City Council approves 'mansion tax' spending plan and program guidelines

Los Angeles City Council approved guidelines for allocating Measure ULA tax funds, focusing on affordable housing and tenant support.
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Austin reopens applications for people who need help paying rent - Austin Monitor

Austin has $3.6 million in rental assistance for low-income renters, with applications from Nov. 1 to Nov. 7.
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N.Y.C. Housing Voucher Program Is Plagued With Problems,' Audit Says

NYC's rental aid program CityFHEPS has systemic issues delaying assistance for homeless families, complicating their transition to permanent housing.

Delays and 'Weak Monitoring' Undermine City's Rental Voucher Program: Audit

The CityFHEPS program suffers from administrative inefficiencies, delaying housing access for individuals and families amid New York City's homelessness crisis.

NYC mismanaged CityFHEPS housing voucher program, delaying homeless families seeking places to live: audit | amNewYork

New York City's management of rental assistance programs hinders timely support for homeless families seeking permanent housing.

N.Y.C. Housing Voucher Program Is Plagued With Problems,' Audit Says

NYC's rental aid program CityFHEPS has systemic issues delaying assistance for homeless families, complicating their transition to permanent housing.

Delays and 'Weak Monitoring' Undermine City's Rental Voucher Program: Audit

The CityFHEPS program suffers from administrative inefficiencies, delaying housing access for individuals and families amid New York City's homelessness crisis.

NYC mismanaged CityFHEPS housing voucher program, delaying homeless families seeking places to live: audit | amNewYork

New York City's management of rental assistance programs hinders timely support for homeless families seeking permanent housing.
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#housing-stability

State to Give $35M to NYCHA Tenants For Unpaid Rent

NYCHA residents are receiving $35 million in state funding for COVID-related rental arrears to support vulnerable families in New York City.

Oregon Health Authority to launch new rental assistance program in November

Oregon's Medicaid plan introduces rental assistance for low-income residents facing medical crises to prevent homelessness and support health.

State to Give $35M to NYCHA Tenants For Unpaid Rent

NYCHA residents are receiving $35 million in state funding for COVID-related rental arrears to support vulnerable families in New York City.

Oregon Health Authority to launch new rental assistance program in November

Oregon's Medicaid plan introduces rental assistance for low-income residents facing medical crises to prevent homelessness and support health.
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More Than 900 Families That Receive Rental Assistance From DC Could Soon Be Homeless - Washingtonian

Many families in DC will soon lose temporary rental assistance, risking return to homelessness as affordable housing is scarce.

Committee hears about need for more rental assistance money - Austin Monitor

Rental assistance program in Austin facing funding shortage
High number of cost-burdened renter households in the US

More Than 900 Families That Receive Rental Assistance From DC Could Soon Be Homeless - Washingtonian

Many families in DC will soon lose temporary rental assistance, risking return to homelessness as affordable housing is scarce.

Committee hears about need for more rental assistance money - Austin Monitor

Rental assistance program in Austin facing funding shortage
High number of cost-burdened renter households in the US
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NYC housing discrimination consists of numerous tactics brokers and landlords use, new survey finds

Rental assistance program participants in New York face significant discrimination from landlords and brokers demanding illegal fees and deposits.

City settles with Parkchester housing management for $1M in discrimination suit - Bronx Times

Settlement addresses discrimination against voucher users in housing.
Parkchester must provide units for renters with subsidies.
Management to improve staff training on housing law.

Opinion: NYC Can't Solve Its Housing Crisis Without Addressing Voucher Discrimination

Opening the Section 8 waitlist is crucial, but addressing discrimination against voucher holders needs more resources.

NYC housing discrimination consists of numerous tactics brokers and landlords use, new survey finds

Rental assistance program participants in New York face significant discrimination from landlords and brokers demanding illegal fees and deposits.

City settles with Parkchester housing management for $1M in discrimination suit - Bronx Times

Settlement addresses discrimination against voucher users in housing.
Parkchester must provide units for renters with subsidies.
Management to improve staff training on housing law.

Opinion: NYC Can't Solve Its Housing Crisis Without Addressing Voucher Discrimination

Opening the Section 8 waitlist is crucial, but addressing discrimination against voucher holders needs more resources.
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NYCHA to Reopen Section 8 Waitlist After 15 Years. Here's How to Apply

NYCHA is reopening Section 8 waitlist after nearly 15 years closure.

LA Tenants Approved for Assistance Spared Eviction for Now

Los Angeles City Council has voted to prohibit the eviction of tenants who were approved for rental assistance but haven't received it.
Only a quarter of the city's $30.4 million set aside for rental assistance has been distributed so far.

What Is Biden's 5% Rent Cap Plan? President Sparks Confusion With Vow To Crack Down on Rent Hikes at NATO Press Conference

Biden hints at potential national cap on rent increases during press conference.
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