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MD HB1571

MD HB1571
Real Property - Access to Counsel in Evictions Program and Mobile Home Parks


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Introduced
02/13/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Altering the Access to Counsel in Evictions Program to expand access to legal representation and other services under the Program to individuals who occupy premises of a mobile home park; authorizing a prospective resident of a mobile home park to bring an action against a park owner for failing to provide certain documents and terms related to the tenancy; etc.

AI Summary

This bill expands the Access to Counsel in Evictions Program to include individuals living in mobile home parks, ensuring they have access to legal representation and other services during eviction or repossession proceedings, and also grants prospective mobile home park residents the right to sue park owners for failing to provide necessary tenancy documents and terms. The bill also introduces new protections for mobile home park residents, such as requiring park owners to provide more detailed rental agreements, prohibiting certain fees, and establishing clearer procedures for rent increases and lease renewals, while also clarifying the process for eviction and repossession proceedings and ensuring that legal representation is provided promptly.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

House Judiciary Hearing (13:00:00 3/4/2026 ) (on 03/04/2026)

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