MD SB677

Prohibits landlords who use financial information (credit history, credit scores) in rental applications from refusing to rent to prospective tenants solely because they pay rent using income-based housing subsidies like Section 8 vouchers

Defines "income-based housing subsidy" as recurring monetary assistance from governmental entities or nonprofits intended to cover all or part of a tenant's rent obligation

Establishes violations as discriminatory housing practices enforceable by the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights

Exempts landlords receiving funding that requires income qualification for income-restricted rental units, allowing them to collect financial information if required by their funding conditions

Takes effect October 1, 2025