March 12, 2021 / Modified apr 5, 2024 11:38 a.m.

Advocates concerned about expiring federal eviction moratorium

A moratorium issued by the CDC is set to expire at the end of March.

The $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package signed by President Biden this week puts billions toward rental and utility assistance – much needed help for the millions of Americans facing eviction. But accessing those funds can prove challenging for the people who need it most. For insight, we turned to Mackenzie Pish, program manager for the Innovation for Justice Program at the UA College of Law. The program teaches students about power imbalances in institutions.

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