1. (a) Legal representation as required under this subtitle shall be phased in over time in a manner that MLSC determines appropriate with the goal of full implementation before October 1, 2025.
2. (b) Priority in funding during the phase-in period will be given to tenants in a local jurisdiction that provides or agrees to provide significant additional local funding to effectuate access to counsel in eviction proceedings in the local jurisdiction.
3. (c) Access to legal representation under this subtitle is subject to the availability of funding.

Added by Acts 2021, c. 746, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2021.