Establishes the Maine Eviction Prevention Program to provide rental assistance to eligible individuals.

The bill establishes the Maine Eviction Prevention Program within the Maine State Housing Authority to provide rental assistance to individuals. Eligible participants must have an income not exceeding 60% of the area median income. The program prioritizes assistance for those facing eviction, with the highest priority given to those who have received a summons and complaint for forcible entry and detainer. Participants must pay 30% of their income toward their rental obligation and reside in a unit where the rent is at or below 125% of the fair market rent.

Establishes the Maine Eviction Prevention Program to provide rental assistance to eligible individuals.

The bill establishes the Maine Eviction Prevention Program within the Maine State Housing Authority to provide rental assistance to individuals. Eligible participants must have an income not exceeding 60% of the area median income. The program prioritizes assistance for those facing eviction, with the highest priority given to those who have received a summons and complaint for forcible entry and detainer. Participants must pay 30% of their income toward their rental obligation and reside in a unit where the rent is at or below 125% of the fair market rent.