Updated on July 14, 2021 at 3:48 pm Getty Images An assembly bill signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in June has allowed the Chula Vista Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) and SBCS (formerly South Bay Community Services) to expand and now pay for 100% of past-due, current and upcoming rent for eligible applicants. On June 30, Gov. Newsom signed AB 832 which expanded cash assistance for California renters and landlords. Other updates to the program include: Download our NBC 7 mobile app for iOS or Android to get alerts for local breaking news and weather. Past-due rent assistance paid to landlords: This program will now pay 100% of past-due rent for those who qualify. Previously the program paid 80% of arrears if the landlord agreed to forgive 20%.