Boston pilot launched for rep of tenants with school-age children
In 2025, the Mayor of Boston announced the initiation of an access to counsel pilot focused on families with school-aged children. The $500k in funding is expected to reach about 120 such families. The release notes that the program “works through Boston Public Schools’ Early Homelessness Intervention Program (EHIP), in partnership with FamilyAid Boston, which serves as the central hub for connecting families to legal assistance and other critical resources to help mitigate eviction. School homelessness liaisons will identify families at risk of eviction, and FamilyAid Boston will coordinate with Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS) to support families in navigating the eviction process and addressing related needs.” The announcement of the pilot was covered by MassLive.
The NCCRC has consulted with the Mayor's office about the pilot.
