Reviewing Emergency Rental Assistance Programs
January 1, 2021
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The Frame
The committee is investigating barriers to distributing $46.6 billion in federal , which directly impacts the ability of renters to avoid eviction and landlords to receive unpaid rent during the pandemic.
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Renters
Renters are the primary recipients of emergency rental assistance intended to prevent eviction.
Landlords
Landlords, including small property owners, are affected by the receipt of unpaid rent through these assistance programs.
State and local governments
These entities are responsible for the administration and distribution of the federal rental assistance funds.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The committee reviewed the distribution of $46.6 billion in emergency rental assistance funds.
- As of September 2021, only 11 percent of the total available emergency rental assistance funds had been utilized by state and local governments.
- Congress previously passed $25 billion in emergency rental assistance in 2020.
- The American Rescue Plan Act provided an additional $21.6 billion in emergency rental assistance.
- The federal eviction moratorium was extended six times between Congress and the CDC.
- The hearing was held virtually via Webex on September 10, 2021.
Why It Matters
The committee is investigating barriers to distributing $46.6 billion in federal , which directly impacts the ability of renters to avoid eviction and landlords to receive unpaid rent during the pandemic.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Discoveries
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Slow Distribution of Federal Aid
There was a significant gap between the allocation of $46.6 billion in federal funds and the actual distribution rate of 11 percent, highlighting administrative bottlenecks.
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