A briefing for County Executive candidates on linking economic development, housing, and smart growth February 18, 2025, Solid Rock Church, 5401 Good Luck Rd, Riverdale MD ProgramDownload Video Recording (coming soon) Sponsors RISE Prince George’s is a group of county residents and allies advocating for policies and practices that build

Single-staircase buildings offer a potential solution to several of the housing challenges Maryland faces. Modern fire safety requirements and building materials make it possible to build single-staircase buildings safely, and this study will help us update our state’s housing policies to reflect these advances.

These are not normal times. So in this, our first newsletter of the year, we will begin by sharing what we believe—and offering opportunities to be involved in positive local change.

Providing sufficient housing that people can afford is essential to ensure that Maryland is providing opportunities for all to live and thrive in our communities. For this reason, we ask you to support HB 38. HB 38 will provide information that will help Maryland better understand where education investments are most needed, and will prevent school capacity from becoming an indefinite barrier to needed housing production.

Testimony on SB 20 Local Transit Sustainability Act Senate Budget & Taxation Committee Date: January 27, 2025 Position: SUPPORT The Coalition for Smarter Growth supports SB 20. Our organization advocates for walkable, bikeable, inclusive, and transit-oriented communities as the most sustainable and equitable way for the Washington, DC region to