Maryland Bills | MyRepTracker

signed · Maryland · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 819: Judicial In Rem Tax Foreclosure - Notice Requirements

SB 819 amends Maryland's tax foreclosure law to change how counties and municipalities must notify property owners when filing for judicial in rem foreclosure on vacant or abandoned properties. It replaces a specific 5-day mailing requirement with standard court service procedures under Maryland Rules, requiring notice to all interested parties via proper legal service. This directly affects property owners with delinquent taxes on vacant properties cited as unsafe, as well as local governments initiating foreclosure actions. The bill maintains existing requirements like a 6-month tax delinquency threshold and a 30-day delay before hearings, but streamlines the notice process to align with standard court procedures.

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 738: Real Property - Transfer-on-Death Deed - Establishment

HB 738 establishes a legal mechanism for Maryland property owners to transfer real estate automatically to designated beneficiaries upon death, bypassing probate court. It creates "transfer-on-death deeds" (TODDs) with specific requirements for creation, revocation, and recording in county land records, while exempting these deeds from certain property transfer taxes. The bill directly affects Maryland homeowners who wish to simplify estate planning for real property, including those with existing life estate deeds that meet specific conditions. Key provisions include standardized forms for TODDs, retroactive application to qualifying pre-existing deeds, and updated recording rules for county clerks.

signed · Maryland · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 651: Real Property – Transfer–on–Death Deed – Establishment

SB 651 establishes a legal framework for "transfer-on-death deeds" in Maryland, allowing property owners to designate beneficiaries who automatically inherit real estate upon the owner's death without probate. The bill directly affects Maryland homeowners and their named beneficiaries, providing standardized forms for creating or revoking these deeds and exempting them from property transfer taxes. Key provisions simplify recording requirements (removing tax certification needs) and allow retroactive application to certain existing life estate deeds. This change streamlines property transfer, reduces administrative hurdles, and avoids court involvement for qualifying real estate.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 1616: Mutual Insurance Holding Companies - Conversion to Mutual Insurers

HB 1616 allows mutual insurance holding companies in Maryland to convert their entire system into a mutual insurer (owned by policyholders rather than shareholders). It directly affects existing mutual insurance holding companies that own a reorganized stock insurer. The bill requires a detailed conversion plan approved by 75% of company members and the Maryland Insurance Commissioner, including provisions for membership interests becoming nontransferable, policy continuity, asset transfers, and dissolution of holding companies. The plan must include a 5-year operational strategy and documentation for commissioner review at least 60 days before conversion.

signed · Maryland · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 851: Anne Arundel County - Property Tax Credit - Rural Legacy Program

SB 851 creates a property tax credit for Anne Arundel County homeowners who own land in a designated Rural Legacy Area and have sold development rights under the county's Rural Legacy Program. The credit reduces the county property tax bill for qualifying properties, specifically targeting landowners who preserved their land by selling development rights rather than building on it. This policy change, effective June 1, 2026, applies only to properties enrolled in the Rural Legacy Program and directly benefits landowners who participate in the program. The bill amends Maryland's property tax code to authorize this county-specific credit.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 1052: Maryland School for the Deaf - Membership of Board of Trustees - Alterations

HB 1052 reduces the total membership of the Maryland School for the Deaf's Board of Trustees from 19 to 13 members and increases the minimum number of deaf members required from 6 to 7. The bill also requires at least one board member to represent each geographic region of Maryland. These changes, effective July 1, 2026, directly affect the governance structure of the Maryland School for the Deaf by altering how the board is composed and appointed. The bill modifies existing law to ensure the board better reflects the deaf community it serves while maintaining geographic representation.

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 1093: Health Insurance - Provider Panels - Requirements

HB 1093 requires health insurance companies (carriers) to change how they manage provider panels. It removes application fees for providers seeking panel inclusion, mandates specific notice timelines for denials, and requires carriers to update provider directories more frequently. The bill also expands the types of providers carriers cannot restrict (like mental health specialists) and changes rules for reimbursing patients for care from nonparticipating providers. These changes directly affect health insurance companies, doctors/hospitals seeking panel access, and patients navigating provider networks.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 945: Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities - Notification of Investigations and Establishment of the Health Care Quality Improvement Initiative

HB 945 requires Maryland's Department of Health to immediately notify and coordinate with the local health department whenever investigating a nursing home complaint alleging actual harm. This affects the Department, local health departments, and nursing homes directly. The key provision mandates that the Department must contact the local health department right away and collaborate with them during the investigation, particularly for complaints involving actual harm (not routine issues). The bill amends existing law to formalize this notification and consultation process during investigations.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 811: Aging-in-Place Programs - Grants - Multigenerational Third Places ( Village Multigenerational Third Places Act)

HB 811 authorizes Maryland's Department of Aging to provide grants to nonprofit organizations and area agencies on aging. These grants support social connection for seniors in aging-in-place programs by funding events or gatherings at community spaces (called "multigenerational third places") where people of all ages can interact. The bill specifically requires 20% of the annual $100,000 minimum grant funding to support "senior villages" - local nonprofit organizations that foster social connections through member-driven activities and neighbor assistance. It directly affects seniors seeking community engagement, nonprofit organizations operating senior villages, and area agencies on aging managing grant applications.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · Maryland · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 891: Health, Health Insurance, and Health Occupations - Perinatal Behavioral Health Conditions

SB 891 requires health insurance companies in Maryland to provide pregnant individuals and those up to one year postpartum with a standing referral to a mental health provider without needing a new authorization each time. It also mandates coverage for perinatal mental health screenings during pregnancy and postpartum, and directs the Maryland Department of Health to create a screening program. Additionally, the bill requires health professionals renewing licenses to complete continuing education on perinatal mental health conditions. These provisions directly affect insurers, pregnant/postpartum individuals, mental health providers, and health license holders.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · Maryland · House of Delegates May 26, 2026

HB 1118: Health, Health Insurance, and Health Occupations - Perinatal Behavioral Health Conditions

HB 1118 requires health insurance carriers in Maryland to provide a standing referral to a mental health care provider for pregnant individuals and for one year after childbirth, without needing a written treatment plan. It mandates that insurers cover screening for perinatal mental health conditions (like postpartum depression) during prenatal visits and other specified times. The bill also directs the Maryland Department of Health to establish a perinatal mental health screening program and requires health care professionals renewing licenses to complete continuing education on perinatal mental health conditions. These changes aim to improve access to mental health support during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · Maryland · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 636: Baltimore City - Alcoholic Beverages Licenses - Revisions

SB 636 revises Baltimore City's alcoholic beverage license rules by removing the September 30 deadline for paying a $120 fee to exercise Sunday sales privileges (previously required for Class A beer/light wine and beer/wine/liquor licenses under sections 12-102 and 12-2003). It also changes the deadline for license holders to submit proof of paid personal property taxes from October 30 to March 30 annually (section 12-2103). The bill directly affects businesses holding Class A alcoholic beverage licenses in Baltimore City, primarily bars and restaurants seeking Sunday sales rights. These changes simplify administrative requirements for license holders, with the law taking effect July 1, 2026.