COVID-19 Law and Policy Briefings, Series Two: A Pandemic Meets a Housing Crisis

Abstract

Again and again, research on the disparate impacts of the pandemic has shown that its adverse effects have been felt most by those that can least afford them. Foremost among these vulnerable groups are homeless and displaced populations, as well as the millions of Americans confronted with stagnant wages and the threat of eviction. As COVID-19 closes in on a year of influence over American life, the pre existing housing crisis has been brought to the forefront. These structural issues must be met with urgent short term and thoughtful long-term responses. This week, experts on the COVID Law Briefing will explore solutions to the crisis.