It's the final countdown! Governor Spanberger has until April 13th to sign or veto the bills that have made it to her desk from the Virginia General Assembly. We have been fortunate to see the majority of measures included in our original housing and transit package make it to this last stage of the legislative process. Help us cross the finish line!

Behind every livable and connected community are people working together for change. Join us on May 13 at our Livable Communities Leadership Awards & Reception to celebrate leaders and community heroes who make smart growth progress possible. Plus, don’t miss plenty of opportunities this month to be a hero for your community by taking action with us.

In this year’s Maryland legislative session, CSG has helped get some promising housing and transportation bills through the Maryland House and Senate – and we’re still tracking others that may need a push. 

March 24, 2026 Hon. Reuben Collins, Board ChairHon. Cindy Dyballa, CEEPC ChairMr. Clark Mercer, Executive DirectorMetropolitan Washington Council of Governments Re: COG must prepare a strong Mid-Course Review of the region’s 2030 Climate Plan Board Chair Collins, CEEPC Chair Dyballa and Mr. Mercer: The Coalition for Smarter Growth greatly appreciates

In 2022, CSG, Montgomery for All, Action in Montgomery, and other organizations teamed up to rally for co-locating affordable housing with a redeveloped Chevy Chase Library—and won. Now, in 2026, we need to speak up once again.