Maryland Bills | MyRepTracker

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1381: Vehicle Laws - Stopping, Standing, or Parking in a Bike Lane or Bicycle Path - Prohibition

HB 1381 prohibits drivers from stopping, standing, or parking vehicles in bike lanes or bicycle paths in Maryland, directly affecting all drivers using public roads. The bill adds a new provision (Section 21-1003(gg)) to Maryland law, allowing exceptions for emergency vehicles, transit buses, vehicles assisting people with disabilities, disabled vehicles, and delivery vehicles under specific conditions (e.g., 30-minute limit with hazard lights or a local permit). It amends existing transportation code sections to clarify these restrictions and exceptions. The law takes effect October 1, 2026, and aims to improve safety for cyclists by keeping bike lanes clear of parked vehicles.

Topics ✓ Transportation

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1508: State Highways - Highway Work Permits - Notice

HB 1508 requires the State Highway Administration to immediately notify state legislators representing the district where proposed highway work will occur. The notice must include the applicant's name, work location, expected start date, and a brief description of the work. This applies to all permit applications for highway projects, such as digging, placing structures, or planting trees. The bill updates Maryland law to ensure legislators receive timely information about highway work in their districts.

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1520: Courts - Exemption From Judgment - Alterations and Additions

HB 1520 increases exemption limits for certain property debtors can protect from creditors in Maryland. It raises the household goods exemption from $1,000 to $5,000 (to $10,000 for disabled veterans) and increases the motor vehicle exemption to $25,000 for elderly or disabled debtors (up from $10,000). The bill also maintains existing exemptions for tools of trade ($5,000), firearms ($3,000), and professional items. These changes apply to debtors facing judgment enforcement or bankruptcy proceedings under Maryland law. The bill does not alter other existing exemptions like child support or retirement funds.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1226: Maryland Illegal Online Gambling Enforcement Act

HB 1226 prohibits unlicensed online gambling operations in Maryland, targeting operators, payment processors, and website hosts that facilitate such activities. It requires these entities to block access for Maryland residents within 10 days of a cease-and-desist order from the Attorney General or local prosecutors. Violations are treated as unfair trade practices under Maryland’s Consumer Protection Act, potentially resulting in fines or imprisonment. The bill explicitly excludes licensed online sports wagering operators from these restrictions.

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 989: State Assistance for the Elderly - Study on Calculation of Income

HB 989 modifies how income is calculated for elderly individuals seeking state assistance. It prohibits including rental income from a portion of an individual's primary residence (e.g., renting a room) when determining eligibility for state tax credits, housing assistance, or medical assistance programs. The Department of Aging must review all relevant programs to confirm applicability and notify administering agencies if the rule applies. This change directly affects elderly Marylanders who rely on state assistance programs with income-based eligibility requirements. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare ✓ Housing

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1456: Consumer Protection - Residential Property Advertisement - Ownership Verification

HB 1456 requires real estate websites, social media platforms, and other commercial entities to verify that the person advertising a residential property for sale or lease is either the legal owner or their authorized agent before publishing the listing. Commercial entities must maintain this verification for at least three years and immediately remove any listing published without proper verification. Violations would be treated as unfair, deceptive, or abusive trade practices under Maryland’s Consumer Protection Act, subject to enforcement and penalties. This bill directly affects online property listing services and real estate platforms that publish residential property advertisements. It aims to prevent fraudulent listings by mandating ownership verification as a standard practice.

Topics ✓ Technology

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1529: Baltimore County - Local Commission on Common Ownership Communities

HB 1529 establishes a Baltimore County Local Commission on Common Ownership Communities to oversee condominiums, cooperatives, and homeowners associations (HOAs) within the county. The bill requires these communities to register annually with the commission, which must provide services and assistance while collecting authorized fees. It defines key terms like "common ownership community" (including condos, co-ops, and HOAs) and "dispute" to clarify the commission’s role in resolving conflicts involving governing bodies. The law applies exclusively to Baltimore County and creates a structured framework for community governance support.

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1506: Condominiums and Homeowners Associations - New Owner Fees - Limitations

HB 1506 limits fees that new condominium or homeowners association (HOA) owners must pay at closing. It prohibits associations from charging new unit owners (not initial buyers) more than the current monthly assessment paid by existing owners at closing. Similarly, new lot owners in HOAs cannot be charged more than the existing lot owner's current monthly assessment. This bill directly affects new buyers in these communities by capping their initial capital contribution fees. The law takes effect October 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Housing

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1362: Condominiums and Homeowners Associations - Meetings - Recording Requirements

HB 1362 requires all meetings of condominium council of unit owners and homeowners association governing bodies (including board meetings and committees) in Maryland to be recorded either by video with audio or audio-only. This applies to regularly scheduled meetings, special meetings, and closed sessions (with recording paused during closed portions for specific legal or personnel matters). The bill directly affects condominium associations and homeowners associations by mandating this recording requirement instead of relying solely on written minutes. Key provisions include the mandatory recording format, allowance to pause recordings during closed sessions for legally permitted reasons, and requirements for documenting closed meetings in minutes. The bill amends Maryland's real property law to establish these standards for transparency.

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1166: Motor Vehicles - Dealers - Front Registration Plate Display

HB 1166 requires Maryland motor vehicle dealers to either install front registration plate mounting hardware on vehicles they deliver to buyers or lessees, or obtain a signed disclosure statement from the buyer acknowledging they declined the hardware. This applies to all vehicles sold or leased by dealers as defined in Maryland law, directly affecting dealers and their customers. Dealers must also report all instances of declined hardware installation to the Motor Vehicle Administration on a periodic basis. The bill amends specific sections of Maryland’s transportation code to implement these requirements.

passed · Maryland · House of Delegates Mar 25, 2026

HB 1439: Real Property - Partition of Property - Liens and Purchase Price Adjustments

HB 1439 amends Maryland law governing property partition actions to clarify lien notification and adjust purchase prices for cotenants (co-owners). It requires parties to notify courts of outstanding liens (like mortgages or tax liens) if they don’t obtain a title report, and mandates courts to adjust purchase prices based on actual costs (e.g., property taxes, maintenance) or income (e.g., rent) incurred by a cotenant without equitable distribution. These adjustments must be supported by documentation and allow all cotenants to review the proposed price or request a hearing. The bill applies only to partition cases filed after October 1, 2026, and directly affects co-owners resolving property division disputes.

passed · Maryland · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 518: Maryland Financial Empowerment Center Network Pilot Program - Establishment

SB 518 establishes a 3-year pilot program to create a statewide network of free financial empowerment centers across Maryland, operating under the Office of the Comptroller. These centers will provide one-on-one financial counseling in English and Spanish (and other required languages) to help residents increase savings, pay down debt, access banking, and improve credit scores. The program requires counselors to complete specific training and will be funded through state budget appropriations for fiscal years 2028 and 2029, ending September 30, 2029. The pilot targets Maryland residents seeking accessible financial guidance, particularly in underserved communities.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes