"Michigan Housing Advocates Rally for Rent Control and Affordable Housing"
Housing advocates in Michigan gathered at the state Capitol to demand lower rent and increased protections for tenants. The coalition called for lifting the ban on rent control, establishing a renters' bill of rights, building publicly owned rent-stabilized housing, and prioritizing housing for people experiencing homelessness. Advocates shared stories of struggling with rising rent costs and eviction, highlighting the need for affordable housing in the state. Michigan currently faces a shortage of affordable housing for low-income renters, exacerbating the housing crisis. The advocates called for significant funding for social housing and housing for the homeless.