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Legal Aid for Low-Income Tenants Facing Eviction

This act aims to provide free legal representation for low-income tenants facing eviction or housing subsidy termination. State and local governments can receive grants to implement such programs, protecting citizens from homelessness and ensuring a fair process.
Key points
Free legal representation for low-income tenants in eviction cases.
Grants for states and local governments to fund tenant legal aid programs.
Priority for programs that limit evictions and provide rental assistance.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4761
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12]
Process start date: 2025-07-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Eviction Right to Counsel Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4761.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Free legal representation for low-income tenants in eviction cases.
  • Grants for states and local governments to fund tenant legal aid programs.
  • Priority for programs that limit evictions and provide rental assistance.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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