Bill > SB522

This bill requires home builders (referred to as "registrants") to provide detailed warranty information for appliances at the time of closing when selling a new home. Specifically, the bill mandates that for each appliance in the new home - which includes heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems - the builder must disclose two key pieces of information: the date the warranty was registered and the remaining time left on the warranty. The bill defines a "new home" broadly, encompassing custom homes, newly constructed residential dwellings, industrialized buildings intended for residential use, and mobile homes. The requirement applies to the initial sale of a new home and aims to provide transparency for homebuyers by ensuring they receive clear information about the warranties on home appliances. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, giving home builders and the real estate industry time to prepare for the new documentation requirements.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0522?ys=2025RS