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HB 753

Tax Sales - Homeowner Protections - Revisions

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Linda Foley and 17 co-sponsors

HB 753 strengthens homeowner protections in Maryland tax sales by revising foreclosure procedures, redemption timelines, and notification requirements to prevent loss of primary residences.

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Bill Summary · HB 753

Legislative bill overview

HB 753 modifies Maryland's tax sale procedures to strengthen protections for homeowners facing foreclosure due to unpaid property taxes. The bill revises existing provisions governing how tax sales are conducted, the timeline for redemption, and homeowner notification requirements. These changes aim to prevent unnecessary loss of primary residences while maintaining the state's tax collection mechanisms.

Why is this important

Tax sales disproportionately affect lower-income homeowners who fall behind on property taxes due to financial hardship, illness, or administrative confusion. Strengthened protections can preserve homeownership and prevent destabilization of families and communities. Conversely, the changes could affect county revenues and the predictability of tax sale procedures for investors and municipalities.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of protections: Whether revisions adequately balance homeowner relief against municipalities' need for reliable tax collection and investor certainty
  • Implementation costs: Counties may face increased administrative burden and potential revenue impacts from extended redemption periods or enhanced notification requirements
  • Definition of covered properties: Disputes over which properties qualify as "homeowner" residences versus investment properties, and whether protections apply equally across income levels

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

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