Maryland 2026 Session Status: Introduced 1 R cosponsors

SB1001 — Natural Resources - Development of Abandoned Railroad Corridors - Proof of Title

Last action — First Reading (House of Origin)

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

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 24, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Odds of enactment

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Summary

Requiring the Department of Natural Resources, prior to undertaking the development of a railroad corridor property for recreational use, to establish through a title search that the State owns the property in fee simple.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. First Reading (House of Origin)

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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

Sponsors (1)

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 SB1001 do?
Requiring the Department of Natural Resources, prior to undertaking the development of a railroad corridor property for recreational use, to establish through a title search that the State owns the property in fee simple.
Who sponsors SB1001?
SB1001 is sponsored by Senator Johnny Mautz (Republican).
What is the current status of SB1001?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 24, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SB1001?
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