Eviction Text Messaging Program Applications Now Open

February 28, 2023 Amanda Hildebrand

Lone Star Legal Aid and Texas Legal Services Center have launched the Eviction Text Messaging Program, a program available to Texans seeking guidance through the Justice of the Peace Court Eviction Appeal process. The program will provide eligible applicants with guided support by text message, including reminders of important deadlines, links to helpful information, and answers to questions during the eviction appeal process.

The Eviction Text Messaging Program is available by application only to those who are appealing an eviction court order from a Texas Justice Court. Call 1-800-722-8394 to apply.

Recap of the New CDC Eviction Moratorium & Texas Eviction Resources

August 4, 2021 Guest User

This blog post summarizes the new CDC eviction moratorium issued on August 3, 2021, as well as provides information on two resources in Texas to help people facing eviction.

Texas Eviction Resources for an Uncertain Time

April 7, 2021 Guest User

On March 28, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) extended the order halting certain residential evictions through June 30, 2021. However, an emergency order from the Texas Supreme Court “that instructed judges across Texas how to follow the federal mandate expired March 31.” This blog post features resources for residents of Texas who are facing eviction.

More Rental Assistance on the Way

February 10, 2021 Lori-Ann Craig

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Beginning on Monday, February 15, the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs is launching a new rental assistance program, the Texas Coronavirus Relief Bill Rental Assistance Program. The web portal and accompanying telephone line will begin accepting applications at 8 a.m. Central Time. The program will serve both landlords and tenants and can assist with past and future rent payments.