Gov. Edwards Extends Statewide Eviction Moratorium Following Advocacy from Congressman Troy Carter

NEW ORLEANS, LA. – Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards has extended the state’s eviction moratorium following Congressman Troy A. Carter Sr.’s advocacy on the issue.

On September 1, Congressman Troy Carter sent a letter to the Governor requesting the moratorium extension to protect Louisianians from the intersecting crises of Hurricane Ida and COVID-19. Today, Governor Edwards announced a statewide moratorium on evictions until September 24, 2021.

“No one should face eviction after a disaster like Hurricane Ida. Today’s action by Governor Edwards protects Louisianians in the middle of not one, but two crises facing our state,” said Congressman Carter.

“Hurricane Ida and COVID-19 have disrupted nearly every aspect of life in southeast Louisiana, and people should not face evictions on top of a natural disaster. While this extension will be a lifeline to many who are focused on the daunting task of rebuilding from this storm, it can’t be the only support we provide to keep our residents housed. We must continue to cut through the red tape. We must get rental assistance funds out to support both Louisiana’s renters and those who depend on rent as their income.”