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MarylandHB 11802026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

State Board of Architects - Grounds for Discipline and Anonymous Complaints

Sponsored By: Lily Qi (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

Business Occupations and ProfessionsArchitects and ArchitectureBuilding CodesBuilding PermitsCommerce and Business -see also- ElectrComm; ForeignTr; etc.Committees and CommissionsConstructionCounties -see also- Chartered Counties; Code Counties; etc.DisciplineElectronic CommunicationElectronic GovernmentEthicsIdentification -see also- Biometrics; Fingerprinting; DrLicsInternet -see also- Internet AccessLicenses -see also- AB Lic; Certifications; DrLic; PermitsNoticesPenalties and Sentences -see also- Death PenaltyPermits -see also- Building PermitsPrivacyStandards and Best PracticesWork, Labor, and Employment -see also- JobTrn; Leave; etc.

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 2 mixed.

Stronger discipline and fines for architects

Beginning October 1, 2026, the Board must, by majority vote and after required hearings, deny, reprimand, suspend, or revoke a license when listed grounds exist. This now includes fraudulent or deceptive claims that someone holds a license or a permit. The Board can fine up to $5,000 for each violation. It must weigh the seriousness, harm, good faith, and past violations when setting the fine. Money from fines goes to the State General Fund. The Board may also set up an online portal for anonymous reports of specific violations.

More Board notices and contact rules

Beginning October 1, 2026, the Board keeps a list of every licensee’s name and mailing address and sends it to each county code official every year. Anyone can request a copy for a reasonable fee. Licensees must choose a mailing address when a license is issued and at each renewal. The Board sends at least two newsletters a year to licensees and code officials and posts them on the Department website with related boards. The Board gives applicants and code officials the Maryland Architects Act and rules, and on renewal gives licensees and code officials any amendments from the prior two years. When a license is suspended or revoked, the Board tells each county code official.

Permit checks for architects’ licenses

Beginning October 1, 2026, code officials must confirm the signing architect’s seal and license before they process a building permit. The check must match the person who signed the plans. This extra step can slow permits but helps stop fraud and protect safety.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Lily Qi

    Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 177 • No: 1

Senate vote • 4/8/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 44 • No: 0 • Other: 2

House vote • 3/18/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 133 • No: 1 • Other: 7

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 246

    4/28/2026

  2. Returned Passed

    4/9/2026House

  3. Third Reading Passed (44-0)

    4/8/2026Senate

  4. Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

    4/7/2026Senate

  5. Favorable Report by Education, Energy, and the Environment

    4/6/2026Senate

  6. Referred Education, Energy, and the Environment

    3/19/2026Senate

  7. Third Reading Passed (133-1)

    3/18/2026House

  8. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    3/17/2026House

  9. Favorable with Amendments {283524/1 Adopted

    3/17/2026House

  10. Favorable with Amendments Report by Economic Matters

    3/16/2026House

  11. Hearing 3/04 at 1:30 p.m.

    3/3/2026House

  12. Hearing canceled

    3/3/2026House

  13. Hearing 3/04 at 1:00 p.m.

    2/17/2026House

  14. First Reading Economic Matters

    2/11/2026House

Bill Text

  • Third Reading

    3/17/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    2/11/2026

    PDF

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