We Need Eviction Data Now Act of 2021

We Need Eviction Data Now Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to establish and maintain a national eviction database. The database must contain eviction data compiled annually by state courts. HUD must award grants to local governments and nonprofit organizations to collect data from landlords on illegal self-help evictions for inclusion in the database.

The bill also requires HUD to establish an advisory committee on eviction research.

Bill 117 HR 5361, also known as the We Need Eviction Data Now Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the lack of comprehensive data on evictions in the United States, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The bill requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to collect and publish data on evictions, including information on the number of evictions filed, the outcomes of eviction cases, and demographic information about those facing eviction. This data will be crucial in understanding the impact of evictions on individuals and communities, as well as informing policy decisions to prevent future evictions.

Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program to support state and local governments in collecting eviction data and implementing strategies to prevent evictions. This funding will help communities develop and implement effective eviction prevention programs, ultimately reducing the number of individuals and families at risk of losing their homes. Overall, the We Need Eviction Data Now Act of 2021 aims to improve the understanding of evictions in the United States and provide support to prevent individuals and families from experiencing the devastating consequences of losing their homes.