Bill > SB653

This bill mandates that the State Board of Architects *must* deny, reprimand, or suspend a license to practice architecture or a permit for a business offering architectural services under specific circumstances, rather than having the option to do so. It clarifies that the Board *shall* take these actions if an individual fraudulently misrepresents that they hold a license or permit. Additionally, the bill requires a "code official," defined as a public official responsible for reviewing building permit documents or issuing permits, to verify that the seal and license of an architect match the person submitting architectural documents for building code compliance. This change shifts the Board's authority from discretionary to mandatory in certain disciplinary actions and enhances the verification responsibilities of code officials.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0653?ys=2026RS