Maryland HB1436 establishes a grievance process for clients of federal- and state-assisted housing programs.

Maryland HB1436 creates a grievance process for clients of federal- and state-assisted housing programs. The Office of the Attorney General will handle grievances, including reviewing, investigating, and mediating resolutions between clients and providers. The Office will inform clients of legal services and assist legal service providers. Providers must inform clients of the grievance process. The Office can bring actions for relief if a provider fails to cooperate or violates housing laws. The Office must report annually on grievances received, their reasons, and outcomes.

Maryland HB1436 establishes a grievance process for clients of federal- and state-assisted housing programs.

Maryland HB1436 creates a grievance process for clients of federal- and state-assisted housing programs. The Office of the Attorney General will handle grievances, including reviewing, investigating, and mediating resolutions between clients and providers. The Office will inform clients of legal services and assist legal service providers. Providers must inform clients of the grievance process. The Office can bring actions for relief if a provider fails to cooperate or violates housing laws. The Office must report annually on grievances received, their reasons, and outcomes.