Maryland § 2-402
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 2-402, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2-402.
(a) The Department:
(1) shall administer its programs and activities related to housing and community development to affirmatively further fair housing;
(2) shall explore ways to ensure it is collaborating with and supporting nonprofit and governmental entities devoted to furthering fair housing; and
(3) may not take any action that is materially inconsistent with the obligation to affirmatively further fair housing.
(b) (1) The Department shall require political subdivisions and housing authorities to affirmatively further fair housing.
(2) To ensure that political subdivisions and housing authorities affirmatively further fair housing, the Department shall, in accordance with § 3–114(d)(2) of the Land Use Article, require a political subdivision or housing authority to submit an assessment of fair housing to the Department as part of the housing element of a comprehensive plan.
(c) This section does not:
(1) require a political subdivision or housing authority to take a specific action to affirmatively further fair housing; or
(2) prohibit a political subdivision or housing authority from taking a specific action to affirmatively further fair housing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 2-402
What does Maryland Code § 2-402 cover?
Section 2-402 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 2-402?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 2-402" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 2-402 apply to my situation?
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