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!
Category: Housing
April update: Where key housing and transportation bills stand in Maryland’s General Assembly
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.
Take action: Support affordable housing (again!) at the Chevy Chase, MD Library
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.
Press release: Dance Loft on 14, a unique, affordable housing and arts center project, hangs in the balance
Supporters urge ANC 4E to endorse modifications to advance project at crucial Tuesday vote.
Virginia General Assembly: Urgent action item and exciting housing updates!
This has been a monumental year for housing at the Virginia General Assembly. An unprecedented number of housing bills are heading to the Governor’s desk – but before we share the updates on successful bills, we need you to join us in an urgent action!
Support these three key Maryland housing bills!
Maryland has a housing shortage, and is losing residents to other states where housing is more affordable. The following bills can help change this trajectory by ensuring our communities can build homes that truly reflect the diversity of needs of Maryland residents.
Testimony — Support for Increases to Maryland DHCD Capital Budget
The work of DHCD and affordable housing practitioners is essential to address these housing needs. DHCD currently has 70+ affordable housing projects in its funding pipeline. The state is a critical partner on these projects, and this budget decision will determine how many of these projects are able to move forward.
Testimony: Support for the 2026 Maryland Housing and Transit Opportunity Act (TOD Bill)
Transit-oriented development (TOD) plays a critical role in addressing two key Maryland challenges: housing and transportation. Workers and families benefit from expanded transportation and housing options and greater affordability through TOD.
Testimony: Support for DHCD Operating Budget Request (MD)
We urge you to support DHCD’s operating funding requests. Montgomery County and Prince George’s County are each facing housing shortages that disproportionately harm low-income households. To meet the urgency and scale of our housing need, DHCD and practitioners must be fully supported and able to operate at full capacity.
Testimony: Support for 2026 Maryland Housing Certainty Act
The Maryland Housing Certainty Act will help reduce the uncertainty around changing land use regulations. While revising and updating land use regulations is an ongoing process, a proposal should have certainty that upon completing an application, the rules will not change.