Cal. Civ. Code § 20-709
Md. Code Ann., State Gov't Art. Title 20 — Fair Housing and Anti-Discrimination
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Each executive unit, including units with regulatory or supervisory authority over financial institutions, shall: (1) administer its programs and activities in a manner that furthers the purposes of this subtitle; and (2) cooperate with the Commission to further the purposes of this subtitle.
Under Md. Code Ann., State Gov't §§ 20-701 to 20-1204 § 20-709, every Maryland executive unit—including those that oversee financial institutions—is required to run its programs in a way that advances the anti-discrimination goals of this subtitle and to work cooperatively with the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights toward those same goals. The provision establishes an affirmative duty of alignment and coordination across state government, not just a passive prohibition. It reflects a structural commitment to embedding civil-rights principles throughout state agency operations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating in Maryland should be aware that Md. Code Ann., State Gov't §§ 20-701 to 20-1204 § 20-709 directs all relevant state executive units—including financial regulators—to actively support the civil-rights framework that governs housing and other regulated activities. Compliant operators generally stay informed about guidance issued by agencies acting under this coordinated mandate, since those agencies are required to align their programs with the subtitle's purposes. Awareness of this inter-agency cooperation can help operators understand the broader regulatory environment in which fair-housing rules are applied.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Md. Code Ann., State Gov't §§ 20-701 to 20-1204 § 20-709 means that state agencies, including those regulating financial institutions, are obligated to support the civil-rights protections that may affect housing and lending. Tenants who believe a state agency has failed to uphold these coordinated obligations may consider raising the issue with the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with state civil-rights law. Understanding that multiple agencies share responsibility under this provision can inform decisions about where to direct a concern or inquiry.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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