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State-By-State Resources for Renters Dealing With COVID-19

Find out how your state is protecting tenants from the effects of the coronavirus.


Renters, in particular, have been hit hard by the spread of COVID-19. Whether you’re a student whose spring semester was cancelled, or a furloughed worker who’s worried about making rent, you’ve probably got pressing questions about your rights as a tenant. Your best bet for getting answers is to find resources for renters at the local level, since each state is dealing with the effects of the pandemic differently. We’ve compiled a list of state-specific resources below—including organizations that offer free legal aid.

Alabama

Alaska

Arizona

Arkansas

California

Colorado

Connecticut

Florida

Georgia

Illinois

Indiana

Kansas

Louisiana

Minnesota

Missouri

New Jersey

New York

Pennsylvania

Tennessee

  • Coronavirus Resources—including free legal clinics throughout the month of May (Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee & the Cumberlands)

Texas

Washington

Washington, D.C.

The information provided on this website does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice.