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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Providing that certain provisions of law pertaining to implied warranties do not apply to an improvement that was incomplete or missing at the time of the delivery of the deed.
AI Summary
This bill amends Maryland law regarding implied warranties in real property sales, which are guarantees that a newly constructed improvement will be free from defects and built to a certain standard. Specifically, the bill clarifies that these implied warranties, which typically cover issues like faulty materials, poor construction, and unworkmanlike execution, do not apply to any part of an improvement that was either unfinished or entirely missing at the time the property deed was transferred to the buyer. This change aims to prevent buyers from claiming warranty violations for issues that were evident or expected due to the incomplete state of the property at the time of sale.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Economic Matters Hearing (13:00:00 2/19/2026 ) (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0683?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0683f.pdf |
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