FEDERAL POLICY NEWS
Federal Eviction Moratorium Extended Until January 31

A federal eviction moratorium issued by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is in effect from September 4, 2020 to January 31, 2021. The temporary moratorium on evictions extends vital protections to tens of millions of renters at risk of eviction for nonpayment of rent during the global pandemic.

The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) explains that federal eviction moratorium is essential relief for struggling renters, but it merely postpones evictions – it doesn’t prevent them. When the moratorium expires on January 31, 2021, back rent will be due, and renters will be unable to pay. In the meantime, small landlords who rely on rental income to maintain and operate their properties will increasingly struggle to pay their bills.

NLIHC’s FAQ ON CDC MORATORIUM

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