What does the new CDC eviction moratorium mean for Rhode Island?
August 4, 2021

What does the new CDC eviction moratorium mean for Rhode Island?

“I don’t want to give a falsely positive view that it’s just all roses out there, but...

Senator Reed, Speaker Shekarchi announce housing assistance money for Rhode Island
March 20, 2021

Senator Reed, Speaker Shekarchi announce housing assistance money for Rhode Island

The influx of funds and the focus on housing “is a huge weight lifted off the shoulders...

The Stop Evictions, Save Lives Dance Parade in Providence
January 13, 2021

The Stop Evictions, Save Lives Dance Parade in Providence

The action in Providence was held in concert with similar actions in 15 states and 19 cities...

Two arrested at courthouse eviction protest in Providence
August 19, 2020

Two arrested at courthouse eviction protest in Providence

“Collecting rent during a pandemic is extortion,” said a protester. “Eviction during a pandemic is genocide. Knock...

Governor unveils new eviction diversion program, but will landlords allow tenants to utilize it?
July 11, 2020

Governor unveils new eviction diversion program, but will landlords allow tenants to utilize it?

Pryor noted that under the Safe Harbor Housing Program both the tenant and the landlord have to...

Governor Raimondo committed $5 million to rental assistance. It’s not enough.
May 28, 2020

Governor Raimondo committed $5 million to rental assistance. It’s not enough.

“There’s no question that this crisis has hit the hardest those who are least able to weather...

Tenant Network RI hosting car parade around State House for eviction moratorium Thursday
May 27, 2020

Tenant Network RI hosting car parade around State House for eviction moratorium Thursday

Evictions are always inhumane, but especially so during a global public health crisis. Putting families on the...

Rhode Island’s slow and nonexistent action on rental and housing assistance is cruel
May 23, 2020

Rhode Island’s slow and nonexistent action on rental and housing assistance is cruel

“…tens of thousands of Rhode Island families face the specter of economic ruination and homelessness. But at...

Governor Raimondo addresses resources for the undocumented, and her thoughts on evictions
March 24, 2020

Governor Raimondo addresses resources for the undocumented, and her thoughts on evictions

“…this virus and this crisis is hitting people hardest who are least able to absorb any additional...

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