Moore’s housing package among more than 270 new laws approved at final bill signing

Gov. Wes Moore signed parts of his housing reform package into law Tuesday at the last bill signing of the year, when more than 270 new laws were enacted, covering collective bargaining to abortion rights to a requirement to clear the snow and ice off your car.

By: Danielle J. Brown

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: May 26, 2026

Words: 1,146

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

Body Text Preview

Gov. Wes Moore (D) approved new laws Tuesday that will encourage housing development around transit hubs and grant developers so-called vesting rights that will keep approved housing projects from being held up by new regulations from local jurisdictions.

The bills were part of the governor’s housing priorities this session, and came a year after the administration saw lawmakers reject its push for legislation that would grant more “certainty” for developers as a project progressed.

Moore …

Create a free account to access this story and more

Join Plucky Wire to access full stories, collaborate with newsrooms, and discover content from networks around the world.

About

FAQ

Email Us