Maryland 2026 Session Status: Introduced

HB1550 — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Authority - Repeal (Property Rights Protection Act)

Last action — Hearing (Primary, House of Origin)

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House of Delegates
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced February 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Odds of enactment

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Summary

Repealing the authority of the State to engage in eminent domain; and repealing certain provisions of law relating to the State's eminent domain and condemnation authority.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Hearing (Primary, House of Origin)

  2. First Reading (House of Origin)

Sponsors

  • Delegate Grammer · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 187 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Delegate Grammer

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (187)

187 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB1550 do?
Repealing the authority of the State to engage in eminent domain; and repealing certain provisions of law relating to the State's eminent domain and condemnation authority.
Who sponsors HB1550?
HB1550 is sponsored by Delegate Grammer.
What is the current status of HB1550?
This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced February 13, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB1550?
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