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Commissioners back eviction-defense funding but press for independent tracking and long-term metrics
Summary
Dallas County approved and discussed expansion of eviction-defense services, with commissioners urging independent evaluation, verified indigency checks and tracking of housing stability (90–365 days) to measure taxpayer value and prevent repeated eviction filings.
The Dallas County Commissioners Court approved an agreement to expand eviction-defense services while several commissioners pressed for stronger accountability and outcome tracking before committing sustained funds.
Supporters described national and local evidence that legal representation reduces immediate eviction outcomes — default judgments fall and short-term results improve — but several commissioners said durable housing stability depends on…
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