News and stories about our work to protect and advance the civil legal rights of low-income Texans.
The Brazoria County Housing Authority (BCHA) Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is opening soon. Applications will be accepted from July 12, 2021 at 8:00 am, until July 16, 2021 at 4:00 pm CT. (No exceptions!) To apply during the opening period, complete the online application here. No paper applications will be accepted. In order to get on the […]
Normalmente, la desgravación fiscal para el año solo llega el año siguiente cuando declara sus impuestos, sin importar cuánto la necesite ahora. Muchas familias son elegibles para recibir la mitad del Crédito Tributario por Hijos para los impuestos del próximo año como pago mensual a partir de julio. Por cada niño de 6 a 17 años , las familias que […]
On July 22, 2021, we will launch PRIDE without Prejudice, a virtual outreach series aimed at providing legal information and resources to the LGBTQIA+ community and allies. We recognize the importance of creating an online space where gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer individuals can get information about their rights in the legal landscape. “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (“DADT”) was […]
The Port Arthur Community Action Network and Lone Star Legal Aid are hosting an event for community members on Saturday, June 26 and would like to invite you and your family to attend! PACAN will be providing gift cards to those who were in any way affected by the February winter storm*** and free indoor air monitors to all attendees. The event […]
With at least 4 million Texans having filed for unemployment since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been a significant increase in eviction cases as well. Tenants and landlords have been awaiting an update on the federal moratorium on evictions. The moratorium has now been extended until July 31, 2021. To get this protection from eviction, tenants must submit […]
Natalie Cochran sat down with Christian Pineda and Elizabeth Green to talk about the Connecting Texas Kids to Coverage Unit at Lone Star Legal Aid and how their work benefits the community. Listen here starting at 50:30.
Normally, tax relief for the year only comes the following year when you file your taxes, no matter how much you need it now. Many families are eligible to receive half of the Child Tax Credit for next year’s taxes as a monthly payment starting in July. For every child 6-17 years old, qualifying families will get $250 each month, […]
All offices will reopen for telephone and online applications on Monday, June 21, 2021. Have a safe and happy weekend!
Funding is available for City of Galveston residents. To participate in the City of Galveston Texas Emergency Rental Assistance Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: Have a direct referral from one of the local non-profit social service agencies Qualify as a family as defined by HUD Must be a legal resident/citizen of the United States Must be a City […]
Funding is available for Harris County residents for rental payments, utility payments, and household internet expenses, where applicable. To participate in the Harris County Emergency Rental Assistance Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: Must be a resident of Harris County A member of the household must have a valid government issued photo ID Must have a financial hardship that […]
Funding is available for Fort Bend County residents for rental payments, utility payments, and household internet expenses, where applicable. To participate in the Fort Bend County Emergency Rental Assistance Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: Must be a resident of Fort Bend County A member of the household must have a valid government issued photo ID Must have a […]
Funding is available for Brazos County residents for rental payments, utility payments, and household internet expenses, where applicable. To participate in the Brazos County Emergency Rental Assistance Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: Must be a resident of Brazos County A member of the household must have a valid government issued photo ID Must have a financial hardship that […]
Funding is available for McLennan County residents for rental payments, utility payments, and household internet expenses, where applicable. To participate in the McLennan County Emergency Rental Assistance Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: Must be a resident of McLennan County A member of the household must have a valid government-issued photo ID Must have a financial hardship that was […]
Funding is available for Montgomery County residents for rental payments, utility payments, and household internet expenses, where applicable. To participate in the Montgomery County Emergency Rental Assistance Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: Must be a resident of Montgomery County A member of the household must have a valid government-issued photo ID Must have a financial hardship that was […]
Funding is available for Smith County residents for rental payments, utility payments, and household internet expenses, where applicable. To participate in the Smith County Emergency Rental Assistance Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: Must be a resident of Smith County A member of the household must have a valid government issued photo ID Must have a financial hardship that […]
Funding is available for Bell County residents for rental payments, utility payments, and household internet expenses, where applicable. To participate in the Bell County Emergency Rental Assistance Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: Must be a resident of Bell County A member of the household must have a valid government issued photo ID Must have a financial hardship that […]
Starting June 14, 2021, funding is available for Brazoria County residents for rental payments, utility payments, and household internet expenses, where applicable. To participate in the Brazoria County Emergency Rental Assistance Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: Must be a resident of Brazoria County. A member of the household must have a valid government-issued photo ID. Must have a […]
The State of Texas’ participation in federal pandemic unemployment benefit programs is ending. As a result, the final benefit week that the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) will pay federal pandemic unemployment benefits under the American Rescue Plan is the benefit week ending June 26, 2021. This includes the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) program for those who traditionally do not qualify […]
La participación del estado de Texas en los programas federales de beneficios por desempleo pandémico está terminando. Como resultado, la última semana de beneficios en la que la Comisión de la Fuerza Laboral de Texas (TWC) pagará los beneficios federales por desempleo pandémico bajo el Plan de Rescate Americano es la semana de beneficios que finaliza el 26 de junio […]
June is Elder Abuse Prevention Month and all month, we are working with community partners and professional groups around the state to raise awareness about adult abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. Our Justice for Older Adults aims at assisting older adults living in 25 high-poverty counties. This new advocacy initiative will serve older adults facing a variety of civil legal […]
