Texas suspends residential evictions

March 20, Governor Greg Abbott issued support for the Texas Supreme Court emergency order suspending residential eviction proceedings through April 19, 2020, unless there is a threat of physical harm or criminal activity.

“This decision by the Texas Supreme Court offers a lifeline to many Texans who are beginning to feel the economic impact of COVID-19,” Abbott said. “Temporarily suspending residential eviction proceedings will provide Texans whose personal income has been affected by the spread of this virus with greater flexibility to meet their housing needs and provide for their families. I thank the Texas Supreme Court for its swift action on this matter.”