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Introduced
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
In Committee
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Altering eligibility for certain services and programs offered by the State Tax Sale Ombudsman to include certain persons acting on behalf of a deceased homeowner or an heir or a legatee of a deceased homeowner; establishing an Heirs Protection Program administered by the Ombudsman to allow heirs who inherit a dwelling to become the record title holder of the dwelling, prevent tax sales of dwellings inherited by heirs, and allow heirs to remain in their homes; etc.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an "Heirs Protection Program" administered by the State Tax Sale Ombudsman to help individuals who inherit a dwelling become the official owner, prevent their inherited homes from being sold due to unpaid taxes, and allow them to continue living in their homes. The program will provide heirs with information on how to become the record title holder, assist them in applying for property tax credits, and offer grants for legal services and probate fees for eligible inherited dwellings valued at $350,000 or less. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of "homeowner" to include the estate, personal representative, or heir of a deceased homeowner for certain tax purposes and ensures that the Heirs Protection Fund, which finances this program, will receive interest earnings that would otherwise go to the state's general fund.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
House Ways and Means Hearing (13:00:00 3/3/2026 ) (on 03/03/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB1148?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb1148f.pdf |
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