Montgomery County Council Scorecard

Bill 18-20E: Rent stabilization during COVID crisis link

Stabilizes rent to keep people housed and prevent evictions during the COVID-19 emergency.

JUFJCF Position

Support

Status:

Passed April 23, 2020

Final vote

Matched JUFJCF position
S = Councilmember was a sponsor
  • Amendments supported by JUFJCF
  • Would have kept people who were unable to pay rent during the pandemic from incurring unpayable late fees that would lead to their eviction after the pandemic. Failed
  • Amendments opposed by JUFJCF
  • Enables landlords to increase rent based on the voluntary rent guidelines set by the County, despite the ongoing health emergency. Passed