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Maryland|SB376

Digital Asset and Blockchain Technology Task Force - Establishment

Chamber 2

Summary

This bill establishes a Digital Asset and Blockchain Technology Task Force in Maryland to study how blockchain technology and cryptocurrency should be used and regulated within the state. The Task Force is required to submit a comprehensive report with findings and recommendations to the Governor, General Assembly, Senate Finance Committee, and House Economic Matters Committee by October 1, 2027. The bill affects state policymakers and regulatory bodies by providing them with expert analysis to inform future legislation and regulation of digital assets and blockchain technology in Maryland.

Sponsor

DRonald Watson

Last action

Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

Apr 8, 2026

Topics

Blockchain & DLTGovernment Use & Oversight

Legislative history

Apr 8, 2026H

Favorable Report by Economic Matters

Apr 8, 2026H

Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

Mar 13, 2026H

Referred Economic Matters

Mar 12, 2026S

Third Reading Passed (45-0)

Mar 10, 2026S

Favorable with Amendments {443728/1 Adopted

Mar 10, 2026S

Second Reading Passed with Amendments

Mar 9, 2026S

Favorable with Amendments Report by Finance

Jan 29, 2026S

Hearing 2/12 at 1:00 p.m.

Jan 27, 2026S

First Reading Finance