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Good Cause Eviction Bill Sparks Debate Over Tenant Rights and Development
Opponents of the Good Cause Eviction bill fear certain renter protections may discourage new development amid a statewide housing shortage.
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Maryland Housing Secretary Jake Day to be Recognized at Renters Alliance Event
The Montgomery County Renters Alliance will honor Maryland Housing Secretary Jake Day at its annual celebration in downtown Silver Spring this Friday evening.
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Montgomery County Rent Stabilization Law Now in Effect
The Montgomery County Council passed new rent stabilization regulations this week, immediately imposing limits on rent increases.
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Renters Alliance Hosts Councilmember Kate Stewart, Discusses Pending Legislation
Montgomery Council Vice President Kate Stewart discussed upcoming legislation aimed at protecting renters on Wednesday evening at the Montgomery County Renters Alliance Town Hall.
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District 20 Legislators to Sponsor Eviction Protection Bill
Two state legislators from District 20 revealed plans yesterday to introduce legislation that would help protect tenants struggling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Sen. Will Smith (D) and Del. Jheanelle Wilkins (D) will be the lead sponsors of the COVID-19 Eviction Relief Act in the 2021 session of the state legislature.
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Council Approves $28 Million in COVID-19 Related Appropriations
The County Council yesterday approved about $28 million in appropriations to provide assistance to residents and various entities dealing with financial issues related to COVID-19 emergency. The largest appropriation, $20 million was requested by County Executive Marc Elrich from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act to expand rental assistance for eviction and…
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New Bill Would Require Air Conditioning in All Rental Units
Landlords would be required to provide and maintain working air conditioning in county rental units under the terms of a bill introduced yesterday by Councilmember Tom Hucker (D-District 5). Systems would have to provide an inside temperature of eighty degrees or less from May 1 through Sept. 30 each year.
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Alliance Advocates for, Supports, Educates County Renters
If you’re a renter in Montgomery County, you have an advocacy, education and support group on your side.