GCAAR-Opposed 'Just Cause' Eviction Bill Defeated In Committee
A bill that would have placed more stringent requirements on Montgomery Cou
nty property managers and damaged property law in Montgomery County has been defeated. Bill 628, Residential Leases - Just Cause Eviction, was voted down in the House Environment and Transportation Committee (E&T) by a vote of 17-2.
On March 12, GCAAR sent a letter to E&T Committee members outlining its concerns. The full letter, which can be
read here
, spoke to the likely decline in housing opportunity and the increase in litigation the bill would trigger.
We are glad to see that GCAAR's concerns were heard loud and clear, and appreciate the committee's efforts to respect contract law and protect our County's housing landscape.