Obama Administration to Ensure Inclusion of the LGBT Community in HUD Programs
October 22, 2009
WASHINGTON – U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan today announced a series of proposals to ensure that HUD’s core housing programs are open to all, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
“The evidence is clear that some are denied the opportunity to make housing choices in our nation based on who they are and that must end,” said Donovan. “President Obama and I are determined that a qualified individual and family will not be denied housing choice based on sexual orientation or gender identity.”
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NORMA LENNOX | November 21, 2009 at 1:57 am
I was in a Dallas County Court Justice of the Peace for eviction. I am 20 days BEHIND on my rent. Even though upon entering the courtroom the judge said that it was important for us to write the appeal date of November 25. When I approached the bench, the judge said I did not qualify for an APPEAL, OR A PAUPERS AFFIDAVIT, or a jury trial. I asked WHY. He said the LANDLORD’S immediate possession writ disqualified me. Since it was raining today, a constable would not come out to escort my possessions AND I out, but would on Monday. WELL DESPITE THE JUDGE’S GOOD INTENTIONS, HE ARRIVED AT 5:00 PM THIS SATURDAY. PLEASE ADVISE ME AND TELL ME WHAT I DID SO TERRIBLY WRONG TO WARRANT THIS BEHAVIOR/TREATMENT. IS THERE ANY COMPASSION FOR THE NEEDS OF THE UNEMPLOYED?
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austintenantscouncil | November 23, 2009 at 2:33 pm
For questions about appealing an eviction in Dallas County, please contact Legal Aid of Northwest Texas.