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H 1898

An Act to further clear titles to real property affected by technical irregularities in recorded instruments

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Frank Moran

H 1898 - An Act to further clear titles to real property affected by technical irregularities in recorded instruments OverviewBill Number: H 1898 Title: An Act to further clear ti

Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
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Bill Summary · H 1898

H 1898 - An Act to further clear titles to real property affected by technical irregularities in recorded instruments

Overview

Bill Number: H 1898
Title: An Act to further clear titles to real property affected by technical irregularities in recorded instruments
Status: Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of this bill is to provide a legal mechanism to address technical irregularities in recorded real estate documents that can cloud property titles. Such irregularities, while often minor, can create uncertainty and disputes that hinder the efficient transfer of real estate. This legislation aims to establish a streamlined process to identify and resolve these issues, thereby improving the clarity and marketability of real estate titles.

Key Provisions

  • Authorizes the filing of a "Notice of Claim to Clear Title" with the county registry of deeds to identify technical defects in recorded instruments
  • Establishes a 60-day notice and cure period, during which the party responsible for the defect can take corrective action
  • Provides a judicial process to resolve disputes if the defect is not cured within the 60-day period
  • Allows courts to issue an order "clearing title" and removing the cloud caused by the technical irregularity
  • Indemnifies parties who rely on a court-cleared title against future claims related to the resolved defect

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill primarily affects:
- Homeowners and real estate owners whose property titles may be impacted by technical recording irregularities
- Real estate professionals, including title companies, attorneys, and brokers, who rely on clear property titles for transactions
- Local governments and registries of deeds that maintain public records of real estate transactions

By streamlining the process to address these technical issues, the bill aims to reduce the time and cost associated with resolving title defects, ultimately benefiting both property owners and the real estate market as a whole.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

H 1898 is currently scheduled for a public hearing on October 21, 2025, before the relevant legislative committee. If passed by the committee and the full legislature, the bill would then be sent to the governor for signature or veto. If signed into law, the new procedures outlined in the bill would take effect 90 days after the enactment date.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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