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ABSTRACT

Evictions result in a myriad of health and mental problems for adults and children alike. The impacts of eviction on children include displacement, health risks, and behavioral problems. These outcomes have not been well documented, and data is thus unavailable to policymakers when making laws. In 2021, a handful of states implemented statutory changes to alleviate the pressure tenants often feel upon receiving notice of an eviction. This paper seeks to evaluate 1) the effectiveness of statutory changes on children’s health, 2) rates of tenant confidence in ability to pay rent in states that imposed these new laws and 3) whether these laws had any impact on poverty rates. Additionally, this study postulates how these laws can have impact, and findings will guide future studies of eviction impacts on children’s health.

Keywords: Eviction, housing stability, mental health, displacement, health disparities