Bill 40-26: Landlords May Face New Payment Form Rules
MCCouncilSep 18, 2026
Bill 40-26 would require Montgomery County landlords to accept specified forms of payment for rent, security deposits, and other fees, and mandate that residential leases include terms on acceptable payment methods. A public hearing is scheduled for Oct. 6, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at the Council Office Building. The sign-up deadline to testify is Oct. 5 at 2 p.m.
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Source: Montgomery County Council – Press Release, “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Sept. 29, Oct. 6 and Oct. 13, 2026”, received Sep 18, 2026.
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Key dates
2026-10-05
deadline — Deadline to sign up to speak at Oct. 6 public hearing on Bill 40-26
2026-10-06
hearing — Public hearing on Bill 40-26 at 1:30 p.m.
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