Gov. Moore signs housing legislation to make Maryland more affordable

(WBFF) — Governor Wes Moore signed three housing bills today dedicated to making Maryland more affordable.

The bills address concentrated poverty in Maryland’s marginalized communities, reduce instability in Maryland’s housing supply and affordability, and enhance rights for Maryland renters, according to the Governor’s office.

"We made the choice to put housing front-and-center this year because we know this issue can’t wait. Building a stronger housing market can’t wait. Tackling a housing shortage of 96,000 units in Maryland can’t wait," said Gov. Moore. "We introduced the most comprehensive housing package of any Maryland administration in recent history – and we were unapologetic about it.”

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The Housing Expansion and Affordability Act, The Housing and Community Development Financing Act, and The Renters’ Rights and Stabilization Act were all signed today.

"Thanks to Governor Moore's leadership and working together with legislators and housing advocates, this was the most impactful session for housing in recent Maryland history," said Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day. "This year marks the turning point for the state to reduce the housing shortage, protect renters and ultimately make Maryland a more affordable, desirable place to live."