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Eviction Protection During National Emergency

This bill aims to protect tenants from eviction during a national emergency. It prohibits unlawful removal of tenants from their homes and harassment intended to force them out. Affected individuals can seek damages and legal fees.
Key points
Prohibits eviction without a court order during a national emergency.
Protects tenants from harassment, intimidation, and impairment of dwelling habitability.
Allows victims to claim damages (three times the injury or rent) and attorney's fees.
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Additional Information
Emergency Eviction Enforcement Act of 2021
Print number: HR 1451
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2021-03-01