Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2021 DIDOMENICO | FROM PAGE 5 eligible beneficiaries in eviction and foreclosure proceedings far outweighs the costs of providing those services.” The report estimated legal costs at about $9.49 million and the potential savings at more than $25 million. This legislation is imperative to keeping the Commonwealth’s most vulnerable tenants/families from becoming unhoused, homeless and displaced. This legislation will prove to be vital for low-income renters in Massachusetts as the pandemic’s effect on housing continues to take its toll. “This bill is timely and more important than ever,” said DiDomenico. “This bill levels the playing field.” Backed by a coalition of over 200 organizations, the Right to Counsel bill has garnered unilateral support among tenant, homeowner and landlord advocacy groups alike. The bill is currently pending before the Joint Committee on Housing, where it awaits a report. DeMaria supporters hold signs outside Pope John building Mayor Carlo DeMaria thanks all of the volunteers that participated in last Saturday’s rally. (Courtesy Photos) For Ad vertising with Results, c all The Ad voc a te Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advoc a tenews.net
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