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HB 911

Real Property - Landlord and Tenant - Family Child Care Homes

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Nick Allen and 21 co-sponsors

Maryland bill strengthens legal protections for family childcare home operators renting residential space to stabilize affordable childcare access.

Hearing 4/04 at 3:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · HB 911

Legislative bill overview

HB 911 modifies Maryland's landlord-tenant law to provide additional protections and rights specifically for family child care homes operating within rental properties. The bill addresses regulatory compliance, lease terms, and operational requirements that affect both childcare providers renting space and property owners leasing to them.

Why is this important

Family child care homes serve as a critical childcare infrastructure, particularly for working families who cannot access traditional daycare centers. The bill's protections could stabilize this sector by clarifying legal relationships between childcare providers and landlords, potentially reducing housing instability that threatens the continuity of care for vulnerable populations.

Potential points of contention

  • Landlord concerns: Property owners may object to restrictions on lease terms or additional regulatory requirements that could limit their control over rental properties or increase liability exposure
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in available records, making it unclear whether protections are balanced or disproportionately favor one party
  • Enforcement mechanisms: Questions about how compliance will be monitored and what penalties exist for violations could affect both landlords and providers

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

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