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Rent relief and eviction defense program
Summary
The budget proposes emergency grants of up to $3,000 for residents facing eviction or displacement, plus free eviction defense and tenant education. It's aimed at keeping families in their homes after a medical emergency, job loss, or utility shock.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Funded within the proposed budget; grant amounts up to $3,000 per household in crisis.
✅Who benefits
Renters facing eviction or a financial emergency.
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