Charles County - Rent Stabilization - Seniors
HB 1497 would require Charles County to cap annual rent increases for rental units occupied by seniors at the Washington metropolitan area Consumer Price Index (CPI) rate, effective October 1, 2026. It directly affects seniors (defined as individuals eligible for full Social Security retirement benefits) renting in Charles County. The bill establishes a legal limit preventing landlords from raising rents more than the local inflation rate each year. This applies only to Charles County and does not affect other jurisdictions or non-senior renters.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 13, 2026
Last action Feb 17, 2026
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Feb 13, 2026
Committee
First Reading Economic Matters
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