Eviction Helpline Act

# Eviction Helpline Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Eviction Helpline Act would establish a national helpline to provide free information and assistance to people facing eviction. The bill would create a federally-funded service to help renters understand their rights, locate legal aid, and connect with local resources like emergency rental assistance programs. This would be a centralized phone line and potentially online resource that renters could contact when at risk of losing their housing. **Who It Affects** The primary beneficiaries would be renters facing eviction, particularly lower-income households that may not know where to turn for legal help or financial assistance.

The bill would also affect state and local governments by directing them to participate in referral networks, and legal aid organizations that would likely handle some of the case work. **Current Status** As of now, HR 5889 remains in committee and has not advanced to a full House vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) and has not yet received significant legislative movement.