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MD HB1497
Bill
AI Summary
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Charles County must establish an annual rent increase limit for rental units occupied by seniors, capped at no greater than the Consumer Price Index for the Washington Metropolitan Area
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"Senior" is defined as an individual who has reached the age required to receive full Social Security retirement benefits
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The rent increase limit applies to increases relative to the base rent (the rent in effect under the current lease)
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Applies only to Charles County, adding Section 8-209.2 to the Real Property Article of Maryland law
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Takes effect October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Charles County - Rent Stabilization - Seniors
Local Government Mandates
Last Action
Hearing 3/12 at 1:00 p.m.
2/17/2026
Committee Referrals
Economic Matters2/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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