Modifies provisions relating to acknowledgment by personal appearance

HB 3478 updates notarization rules to allow remote document signing via compliant communication technology (like video calls), instead of requiring physical presence. It permits individuals to appear "personally" before a notary through two methods: being in the same physical location or using approved digital communication tools. Notaries must document the method used on the form, and the rule applies to most legal documents but excludes real estate transfers via wills. This change directly affects notaries and people signing documents like powers of attorney or contracts. The bill modifies existing notarization procedures to modernize remote verification processes.