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SB 499

Washington County - Notice of Tax Sale - Alterations

2026 Regular Session

SB 499 modifies Washington County's tax sale notice procedures, altering how and when property owners receive notification of tax delinquency and foreclosure sales.

Hearing 2/11 at 2:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · SB 499

Legislative bill overview

SB 499 modifies the notice requirements and procedures for tax sales in Washington County, Maryland. The bill alters how properties subject to tax delinquency are advertised and the timeline/format for notifying affected property owners before sale.

Why is this important

Tax sale procedures directly affect property owners facing delinquency and determine whether they have adequate opportunity to remedy unpaid taxes or respond to foreclosure. Changes to notice requirements can impact both county revenue collection efficiency and homeowner due process protections.

Potential points of contention

  • Notice adequacy vs. cost efficiency: Stricter notice requirements protect vulnerable property owners but increase administrative burden and costs for the county
  • Digital vs. traditional notification: The bill may shift notice methods (online vs. newspaper/mail), affecting accessibility for elderly or less digitally-connected residents
  • Timeline concerns: Shorter or longer notice periods create trade-offs between giving owners time to act and reducing county carrying costs on delinquent properties

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

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