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 right to counsel for evictions in NYC
NYC is the first jurisdiction in the country to establish a right to counsel for low-income tenants in eviction cases, and is looking to expand.
Housing First and Housing for All Fund bills die
Two 2026 bills would've created a fund to be used for a variety of purposes, including for a right to counsel or representation in eviction.
Kentucky eliminates ability of the PD to represent those held in civil contempt
A 2026 bill will likely negatively impact representation for individuals being held in contempt for the inability to pay child support.
All about tenant RTC efforts in Richmond VA
The City of Richmond passed a resolution supporting the concept of tenant RTC, which follows a prior $500k budget allocation for representation.
Two eviction right to counsel-related bills die
Though HB 1952 and HB 4063 have died, replaced by study orders, cross-filed SB 968 remains active as of July 2026.
