(CBS DETROIT) – Rental assistance is on the way for Michiganders facing financial hardships due to COVID-19.
$622 million will go toward the Covid Emergency Rental Assistance Program according to state officials.
READ MORE: MGM, Greektown, And Motor City Report Strong Profits Amid Pandemic$560 million of that money comes from the federal coronavirus relief package passed in December 2020.
READ MORE: COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic At WCCCD Extends Walk-In HoursThe State Housing Department and local agencies will work with tenants and landlords to process applications.
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