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HB 469

Condominiums - Mandatory Insurance Coverage

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marvin Holmes

Maryland bill mandates condominium associations carry specified insurance coverage, increasing resident fees but protecting unit owners from catastrophic uninsured losses.

Hearing 2/12 at 1:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · HB 469

Legislative bill overview

HB 469 would establish mandatory insurance coverage requirements for condominium associations in Maryland. The bill, sponsored by Marvin Holmes, has advanced to a hearing before the Economic Matters Committee scheduled for February 12, 2026. Specific coverage details and exemptions are not yet publicly detailed in available records.

Why is this important

Condominium owners depend on association insurance to protect common property and shared structures. Mandatory coverage requirements could prevent underfunded or negligent associations from leaving unit owners financially exposed to major losses from fire, weather, or liability claims. However, such mandates directly affect condo fees that residents must pay monthly.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost burden on residents: Mandatory insurance requirements typically increase condominium fees, potentially pricing out lower-income unit owners or making properties less marketable
  • Insurance market availability: Requiring specific coverage levels may be difficult or expensive in areas with limited insurer availability or high-risk properties
  • Regulatory scope: Questions about whether state should mandate private association insurance decisions versus allowing market competition and individual association governance

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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