S.F. No. 214 Summary

• Establishes a maximum fee of $5 for notarial acts performed by notaries public, replacing previous fee structure.

• Increases notary commission application fee from $40 to $120, with $80 forwarded to the state general fund.

• Modifies notary commission terminology from "seal" to "notarial stamp" and clarifies that stamps can be applied physically or electronically.

• Changes notary commission renewal timeframe from 60 days to six months before expiration and extends commission term until January 31 of the fifth year following issuance.

• Allows notaries to accommodate individuals with physical limitations by permitting signature assistance and alternative communication methods during notarization.

• Modifies premarital education provision for marriage licenses by allowing church seal as alternative to notarized statement for couples completing 12 hours of premarital education.