‘They cannot self-quarantine, or wash their hands because they have no soap, and they cannot care for a sick family member. They deserve our attention and compassion.’
Among the ideas: allowing tenants to tap into security deposits, creating a $10 billion relief fund, and cancelling three months’ worth of rent and mortgage payments.
Supporters say it looks like a key homeowner-assistance program could be left out of this year’s state spending plan.
