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MarylandSB 01682026 Regular SessionSenate

Study to Evaluate Blockchain-Based Real Property Lease and Title Recordation and Verification

Sponsored By: Ron Watson (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

Real PropertyApplicants and ApplicationsAssessments and Taxation, Department ofAttorney GeneralCourts -see also- AppCt; Circuit; District; Orphans'; etc.CybersecurityData -see also- Census; DemographicsDigital Products -see also- Digital ImagesElectronic DocumentsEscrow AccountsInformation TechnologyIntergovernmental Cooperation -see also- AdmAgn; Cmts; etc.Law Enforcement -see also- SRO; Sheriffs; State PoliceLeases and RentLegal AidPilot ProgramsPrivacyProcurementRecordationReportsStandards and Best PracticesState Police, Department ofSunsetTechnology -see also- AeroT; BioT; EnergyT; InfoT; MedT; etcTitles -see also- DeedsTransfer of Goods -see also- Goods&Svc; Leas&Rnt; RetailSale

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

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

Law takes effect June 1, 2026

This law takes effect on June 1, 2026. State agencies start the blockchain property study and any pilot planning then. There is no statewide registry or new filing for owners yet. The State reports findings and recommendations by December 31, 2026.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Ron Watson

    Democratic • Senate

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 204 • No: 14

Senate vote • 4/10/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 42 • No: 0 • Other: 2

House vote • 4/10/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 119 • No: 14 • Other: 4

Senate vote • 3/5/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 43 • No: 0

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 748

    5/26/2026

  2. Passed Enrolled

    4/10/2026Senate

  3. Third Reading Passed (42-0)

    4/10/2026Senate

  4. Senate Concurs House Amendments

    4/10/2026Senate

  5. Third Reading Passed (119-14)

    4/10/2026House

  6. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    4/8/2026House

  7. Favorable with Amendments {843420/1 Adopted

    4/8/2026House

  8. Favorable with Amendments Report by Economic Matters

    4/8/2026House

  9. Hearing 4/02 at 2:30 p.m.

    4/2/2026House

  10. Hearing canceled

    4/2/2026House

  11. Hearing 4/02 at 1:30 p.m.

    4/2/2026House

  12. Hearing canceled

    4/2/2026House

  13. Hearing 4/02 at 1:00 p.m.

    3/24/2026House

  14. Referred Economic Matters

    3/6/2026House

  15. Third Reading Passed (43-0)

    3/5/2026Senate

  16. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    3/3/2026Senate

  17. Favorable with Amendments {363427/1 Adopted

    3/3/2026Senate

  18. Favorable with Amendments Report by Budget and Taxation

    3/2/2026Senate

  19. Hearing 1/21 at 10:00 a.m.

    1/15/2026Senate

  20. First Reading Budget and Taxation

    1/14/2026Senate

  21. Pre-filed

    10/31/2025Senate

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    5/26/2026

    PDF

  • Enrolled

    4/10/2026

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    3/3/2026

    PDF

  • First Reading

    1/14/2026

    PDF

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