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MD HB61
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Lesley Lopez
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AI Summary
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Adds institutions of postsecondary education to the list of entities excluded from the definition of "student financing company" under Maryland's Financial Institutions Article
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Exempts colleges and universities from registration and reporting requirements that apply to student financing companies (entities that secure, make, or extend student financing products)
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Joins existing exclusions for banks, savings banks, credit unions, and their wholly owned or operating subsidiaries from student financing company regulations
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Takes effect October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Financial Institutions – Definition of Student Financing Companies – Alteration
Financial Institutions
Last Action
Withdrawn by Sponsor
2/17/2026
Committee Referrals
Economic Matters1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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