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.
February 11, 2025
Indian Child Welfare Act dies
The bill would have required counsel for indigent parents of Indian children and permitted appointed for Indian kids.
February 10, 2025
LDF reports on forced tenant moves due to rent increases, notes RTC connection to rent regulation
The Legal Defense Fund reported on how rent increases are increasing tenant pressure to move, and how rent regulation is connected to RTC.
February 6, 2025
Bill attempting to increase access to legal services for tenants dies
A 2026 bill that would've required the judiciary to contract with legal services organizations died.
