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SB 168·MD·senate

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

Signed into LawFiled Oct 31, 2025
Sponsor: Watson
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Approved by the Governor - Chapter 748

May 26, 2026

Summary

The bill directs the State Department of Assessments and Taxation, together with the judiciary, law‑enforcement agencies and technology vendors, to explore using blockchain to create secure digital property titles. Property owners in up to three counties may opt in to have their titles mirrored on a blockchain, and the study will assess how the technology could help courts and police resolve squatting disputes. Results must be reported to the governor and General Assembly by the end of 2026.

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