Maryland · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1538: Land Use - Accessory Dwelling Units - Requirements and Prohibitions (Maryland Generational Housing Act of 2026)
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1538 is a bill introduced in the Maryland House on February 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Land Use - Accessory Dwelling Units - Requirements and Prohibitions (Maryland Generational Housing Act of 2026). Primary sponsor: April Miller (Republican), Steve Arentz (Republican), Terry Baker (Republican), Barry Beauchamp (Republican), Susan McComas (Republican), Todd Morgan (Republican), April Rose (Republican), Stuart Schmidt (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 17, 2026): Hearing 3/13 at 1:00 p.m.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April Miller | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 4 |
| Steve Arentz | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 36 |
| Terry Baker | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 1C |
| Barry Beauchamp | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 38B |
| Susan McComas | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 34B |
| Todd Morgan | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 29C |
| April Rose | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 5 |
| Stuart Schmidt | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33B |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Hearing 3/13 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Economic Matters