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MD HB1105

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/18/2026

Primary Sponsor

Elizabeth Embry

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a 3-year statute of limitations for civil suits to enforce local consumer protection codes where equitable relief, a fine, or a penalty is available as a remedy

  • The 3-year period begins when local authorities knew or reasonably should have known of the violation, not from the date the violation occurred

  • Adds new Section 5-106(kk) to the Maryland Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article

  • Takes effect October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Statute of Limitations - Civil Suits to Enforce Local Consumer Protection Codes

Penalties and Sentences

Last Action

Third Reading Passed (37-0)

4/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judicial Proceedings3/19/2026
Judiciary2/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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