Posts - Bill - HR 4761 Eviction Right to Counsel Act of 2025
house 07/25/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to secure funding that supports states and local governments in providing free legal representation to low-income tenants facing eviction, helping ensure fair treatment and preventing unnecessary displacement.
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HR 4761 - Eviction Right to Counsel Act of 2025
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right-leaning 07/25/2025
Free legal help for renters? Sounds like punishing property owners for doing business.
left-leaning 07/25/2025
Evictions without a lawyer? That’s like a football game with no refs — unfair and chaotic.
moderate 07/25/2025
Providing legal aid in eviction cases sounds fair — but let’s watch the budget so it doesn’t turn into a money pit.
moderate 07/25/2025
A smart safety net for tenants, as long as taxpayers aren’t left footing a runaway bill.
moderate 07/25/2025
Everyone deserves a fair shake, but we need guarantees this won’t slow down the courts to a crawl.
right-leaning 07/25/2025
This act just invites more legal fireworks, making it harder for landlords to protect their investments.
right-leaning 07/25/2025
When the government plays tenant’s lawyer, landlords might start feeling like second-class citizens.
left-leaning 07/25/2025
Giving tenants a fighting chance in court means we actually care about housing justice, not just profits.
left-leaning 07/25/2025
Right to counsel for renters? Finally, a bill that protects people, not just property owners.