Despite CDC Moratorium On Evictions, Georgia Attorney Says Renters Remain At Risk
At this time, more than 8 million Americans are behind on their rent, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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The Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last month moved to once again extend the nation’s current moratorium on evictions, due to the pandemic.
“The COVID-19 pandemic has presented a historic threat to the nation’s public health,” said CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky in a statement. “Keeping people in their homes and out of crowded or congregate settings — like homeless shelters — by preventing evictions is a key step in helping to stop the spread of COVID-19.”
Still, despite this ban, at this time, more than 8 million Americans are behind on their rent, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
And, there’s uncertainty surrounding what’s next for households once the moratorium is lifted.
Susan Reif, director of the Eviction Prevention Project at the Georgia Legal Services Program, joined Tuesday’s edition of “Closer Look.”
To hear the full conversation, click on the audio player above.
Also, to see if you qualify for eviction protection under the CDC order, click here.
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