Biden Administration Urges States To Implement Eviction Moratoriums

The video discusses the expiration of the federal eviction moratorium and the Biden administration's efforts to prevent evictions. It highlights the statistics of households at risk, legal challenges in extending the moratorium, and the administration's push for states to distribute rental assistance funds. The Supreme Court's stance on the CDC's authority and the need for congressional approval are also covered.

What action did the White House urge states to take following the expiration of the federal eviction moratorium?

• Increase rent prices

• Implement a permanent eviction ban

• Enact eviction moratoriums for at least two months

• Provide free housing to all tenants

Why did the Supreme Court suggest that the CDC could not extend the eviction moratorium without Congress?

• Due to financial constraints

• To encourage state-level action

• To reduce federal involvement

• Because of legal concerns

What was the CDC unable to find legal authority for, according to the transcript?

• A targeted eviction moratorium for high COVID spread areas

• A nationwide eviction ban

• An increase in housing subsidies

• A reduction in rent prices

What does the Biden administration want states to do with the American Rescue Plan funding?

• Invest in new housing projects

• Distribute funds quickly to landlords and tenants

• Use it for public health initiatives

• Save it for future emergencies

What is the Biden administration's stance on eviction proceedings in local and state courts?

• Ignore federal guidelines

• Increase the number of evictions

• Pause proceedings until emergency rental assistance is applied for

• Proceed with evictions as planned