Civil RTC News
This page lists all of the most recent developments on civil right to counsel across the country. These could be newly created rights to counsel, significant publications, public events, advocacy efforts, or other things that don’t fit into a neat category.
All about the tenant RTC campaign in Phoenix
A coalition of advocates and government stakeholders have launched an effort to enact a right to counsel for tenants facing eviction.
NCCRC, NACC, & others defeat provision that would’ve weakened kids’ right to counsel
The bill would've rolled back the right to counsel for kids in neglect matters. Due to NCCRC, NACC, and others' testimony, this was removed!
Child abuse registry provisions removed through amendment
A bill would have required notice, a hearing, and a right to counsel before an individual is included in the central child abuse registry.
Maryland extends appropriations for the eviction right to counsel through 2028
In May 2025, Maryland enacted SB 154, extending funding for the eviction right to counsel and modifying task force provisions.
TN enacts law designed to protect foster children’s rights
A 2025 law requires the department to implement rules to protect foster children.
All about Columbus Ohio’s new tenant right to counsel
In Dec 2024, the City of Columbus enacted a right to counsel for certain tenants facing eviction.
“Residential Tenant’s Right to Legal Representation Act” dies
The bill would've provided representation to tenants in evictions, certain public housing administrative hearings, and other conditions actions.
The Restore Roe Act dies
A bill would have repealed the requirement that minors obtain parental consent for abortion, thus negating the right to counsel in bypass cases.
