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HB 867

Real Property - Actions for Wrongful Detainer - Required Postings

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Frank Conaway

Maryland bill requiring landlords to post specific notices before eviction proceedings, adding procedural protections that may extend timelines and affect eviction outcomes.

Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · HB 867

Legislative bill overview

HB 867 requires landlords to post specific notices and follow particular procedural requirements when initiating wrongful detainer (eviction) actions against tenants in Maryland. The bill adds administrative and notification obligations to the eviction process before a case can proceed through the courts.

Why is this important

Eviction proceedings directly affect housing stability for tenants and rental income for landlords. Procedural requirements can significantly impact how quickly evictions are processed and whether tenants receive adequate notice and opportunity to respond, making this a substantive change to landlord-tenant law with real consequences for both parties.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant advocates vs. landlords: Tenant groups may support additional notice requirements as tenant protections, while landlords may argue extra posting requirements slow legitimate evictions and increase administrative burden
  • Enforcement and compliance: Disputes may arise over whether posting requirements are strictly mandatory (invalidating proceedings if missed) or merely procedural, and how courts will verify compliance
  • Timeline impacts: Requirements to post notices could extend eviction timelines, affecting landlords' ability to regain possession and tenants' certainty about their housing status

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

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