The emergency order suspends residential eviction proceedings until April 19 unless there is a threat of physical harm or criminal activity.

TEXAS, USA — The Texas Supreme Court has issued an emergency order suspending residential evictions in the state for a month unless there is a threat of physical harm or criminal activity.

"This decision by the Texas Supreme Court offers a lifeline to many Texans who are beginning to feel the economic impact of COVID-19," Governor Abbott said in a statement.