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Nydia Velázquez: “This money was specifically intended to retire old rent debts and end the threat of eviction for millions who fell…”

On the recordJuly 19, 2021
This money was specifically intended to retire old rent debts and end the threat of eviction for millions who fell behind during the pandemic.
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Nydia Velázquez
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the purpose of allocated funds for rental assistance during the pandemic.

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