Maryland HB549 updates the Maryland Public Ethics Law to include domestic partners and registered domestic partners in financial disclosure.

Maryland HB549 amends the Maryland Public Ethics Law to include domestic partners and registered domestic partners in financial disclosure requirements for legislators. The bill requires financial disclosure statements to list interests in virtual currency valued over $1,000, detailing the type, amount, and conditions of the interest. It also expands the definition of "immediate family" to include domestic partners and registered domestic partners, affecting who must be disclosed in financial and contractual relationships. The changes take effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB549 updates the Maryland Public Ethics Law to include domestic partners and registered domestic partners in financial disclosure.

Maryland HB549 amends the Maryland Public Ethics Law to include domestic partners and registered domestic partners in financial disclosure requirements for legislators. The bill requires financial disclosure statements to list interests in virtual currency valued over $1,000, detailing the type, amount, and conditions of the interest. It also expands the definition of "immediate family" to include domestic partners and registered domestic partners, affecting who must be disclosed in financial and contractual relationships. The changes take effect October 1, 2026.