The Texas Rent Relief Program (TRRP) abruptly closed its application portal twelve days ahead of schedule due to a surge of demand.
The TRRP, which was created to assist Texans struggling with rental payments due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, has been inundated with applications since its launch in late April. The program, which received the green light from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, was slated to close on June 30 but was forced to shut down on June 18 due to an overwhelming response.
In a statement, Texas Governor Greg Abbott said, “The Texas Rent Relief Program has been a lifeline for many Texans during this unprecedented time. Unfortunately, due to the overwhelming demand for assistance, the program has reached its capacity and is now closed.”
The closure of the TRRP application portal comes as the pandemic continues to strain the finances of many Texans. According to the Texas Apartment Association, more than one million Texans are behind on their rent payments.
The TRRP, which was funded by the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, offered up to 12 months of rental assistance to qualified applicants. The program provided up to $2,000 per month or 80% of the rent, whichever was lower.
Despite the closure of the TRRP, there are still other assistance programs available to Texans struggling to make rent payments. The Texas Homelessness Solutions Program, which is administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, provides one-time rental assistance for qualified households.
While the closure of the TRRP comes as a blow to many Texas renters, the state is hopeful that other assistance programs will be able to provide some relief.
In the wake of the TRRP’s closure, Governor Abbott urged Texans to apply for other assistance programs. “The Texas Rent Relief Program has been an incredible success and I am incredibly proud of the hard work of all Texans who have benefited from it,” Abbott said. “I encourage all Texans to take advantage of the other assistance programs available to them.”
The abrupt closure of the TRRP application portal serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing financial hardships faced by many Texans due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the closure, the state remains committed to providing financial assistance to those in need.
In a bid to alleviate the financial burden of many Texans, the Texas Rent Relief Program (TRRP) closed its application portal twelve days ahead of schedule, following an overwhelming response. The TRRP, which was authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and funded by the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, provided up to 12 months of rental assistance to qualified applicants, offering up to $2,000 per month or 80% of the rent, whichever was lower.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott expressed his disappointment at the program’s closure, citing the immense success of the TRRP. “The Texas Rent Relief Program has been a lifeline for many Texans during this unprecedented time,” said Abbott. “Unfortunately, due to the overwhelming demand for assistance, the program has reached its capacity and is now closed.”
The closure of the TRRP comes as the pandemic continues to strain the finances of many Texans. According to the Texas Apartment Association, more than one million Texans are behind on their rent payments.
Despite the closure of the TRRP, Texans in need of financial assistance still have access to other programs, such as the Texas Homelessness Solutions Program, which provides one-time rental assistance for qualified households. Governor Abbott encouraged Texans to take advantage of these other programs.
As the TRRP comes to a close, the state remains committed to providing financial assistance to those in need. “I encourage all Texans to take advantage of the other assistance programs available to them,” Abbott said. “The Texas Rent Relief Program has been an incredible success and I am incredibly proud of the hard work of all Texans who have benefited from it.”
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