MD SB589

Prohibits enforcement of Maryland's collection agency licensing requirements (Title 7 of the Business Regulation Article) against property managers until the resolution of Christine Smith v. Bozzuto Management Company (Case No. C-15-CV-25-000340), including any appeals

Defines "property manager" as a person responsible for managing and maintaining real property, including finding tenants, collecting rent/utilities/fees, paying expenses and taxes, and maintaining utilities and systems

The bill was amended from its original version, which would have created a permanent statutory exemption for property managers from collection agency licensing requirements

Takes effect October 1, 2026