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UPDATE: Eviction Moratorium

“Landlords who evict tenants who have filed a CDC declaration under the moratorium may be subject to civil and criminal penalties. However, the State of Texas has indicated that courts will not enforce this policy.”

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COVID Response Update: Texas Rent Relief Program

The State of Texas will begin implementing the Texas Rent Relief Program to help Texans who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including past due rent and utilities dating as far back as March 13, 2020.

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Inaugural Spirit of Public Service Awards

Join SALSA on January 28, 2021 for the Inaugural Spirit of Public Service Awards.

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Recap: Protective Order Project CLE Webinar

SALSA & TRLA co-hosted a CLE webinar educating legal professionals about the domestic violence problem and how they can get involved in helping our community find a solution.

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Tenants’ Rights Program Prevents Eviction

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the threat of eviction is real for millions of Americans. For the San Antonians who are unable to make their next rent payment, San Antonio Legal Services Association (SALSA) offers hope: their Tenants’ Rights Program, in which a volunteer attorney helps individuals negotiate with landlords to avoid evictions and prevent homelessness.

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Pro Bono Protective Order Project Launch

Domestic violence has been a problem in the San Antonio community for some time now. In 2020, COVID-19 created a whirlwind of additional trouble.