Subcommittee backs flood-risk disclosure bill with realtor support after narrowing amendments House Bill 200 would require sellers to provide a flood-risk disclosure form (developed by MDE) noting flood plain status, federal insurance requirements, and seller knowledge of past flood damage; realtors helped draft amendments removing documentary burdens and the bill moved out of subcommittee.

A new flood-risk disclosure bill is making waves in Maryland, ensuring home buyers know if their dream home is in a flood zone while easing seller burdens!

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Panel reviews bill to require landlords to disclose flood‑risk information to new tenants Staff told the committee SB 62 37 would require landlords to disclose if a property falls in a special flood hazard area, that county flood maps are available, and that landlord insurance does not cover tenant belongings; Washington Multifamily Housing Association testified neutral, praising narrowed, operationally manageable disclosure requirements.

A new bill in Washington aims to protect tenants by requiring landlords to disclose flood risks and the limitations of their insurance coverage.

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Bill would require landlords to disclose flood history and risk to renters A proposed bill would make landlords disclose whether a rental may be in a flood hazard area and that landlords’ insurance typically does not cover tenants’ personal property; supporters call it a simple resilience step, while housing providers warned about operational burdens and asked for clarifying language.

A new bill could change the game for renters by requiring landlords to disclose flood risks, helping tenants make informed decisions about their safety and insurance.

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Vermont passes real estate disclosure law addressing flood hazards and seller liabilities New law mandates sellers disclose flood risk and limits buyer damages for non-disclosure.

Vermont just passed a groundbreaking law that requires sellers to disclose flood risks, reshaping the future of real estate in the state!

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