Maryland HB1351 regulates home improvement contractors, focusing on disaster mitigation services and fraud prevention.

Maryland HB1351 amends regulations for home improvement contractors, particularly those offering disaster mitigation services. It allows homeowners to rescind contracts within a specified period after signing. The bill also empowers county governing bodies to set limits on in-person solicitation by contractors to disaster victims. Additionally, it mandates that certain contracts include a notice about the right to rescind and the potential creation of a mortgage or lien on the property. The Act takes effect on October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB1351 regulates home improvement contractors, focusing on disaster mitigation services and fraud prevention.

Maryland HB1351 amends regulations for home improvement contractors, particularly those offering disaster mitigation services. It allows homeowners to rescind contracts within a specified period after signing. The bill also empowers county governing bodies to set limits on in-person solicitation by contractors to disaster victims. Additionally, it mandates that certain contracts include a notice about the right to rescind and the potential creation of a mortgage or lien on the property. The Act takes effect on October 1, 2026.