Eviction moratorium, Title IX, and Repro access oversees: Your civic action to-do list for 7-5-21
3. On July 31, the federal eviction moratorium will expire – leaving millions of renters without protection from homelessness.
In a nutshell: The economic recession left millions of Americans behind on their rent payments, and federal, state, and local governments are struggling to give away the money that is so desperately needed to keep them in their homes.
Take action: Learn about the resources available where you live and share the link widely!
2. Title IX is supposed to prohibit sex discrimination in educational institutions, but the previous administration’s drastic roll back of important protections made it easier for schools to sweep sexual harassment and sexual assault claims under the rug.
In a nutshell: The Biden administration is currently undertaking a comprehensive review of existing Title IX policies in order to issue a formal rule that will protect survivors of violence in schools.
Take action: Listen to this podcast to further understand the differing perspectives on how to address sexual assault and harassment in school settings so you are able to participate in the federal rulemaking process in the future!
1. Last week, the House of Representatives took a major step forward to help ensure people living oversees have access to reproductive health care and information.
In a nutshell: For the first time in over 40 years, the House Committee on Appropriations passed a budget that did not include the Helms Amendment, language that restricts U.S. foreign aid from going towards comprehensive reproductive health care and abortion.
Take action: In just two weeks the budget will be voted on by all Representatives on the House floor. Make sure your Congressperson knows you support the removal of the Helms Amendment.