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Maryland|HB470

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 will develop recommendations based on its findings and must submit a report to the Governor and General Assembly by October 1, 2027. The bill affects state government agencies responsible for receiving and implementing the Task Force's regulatory recommendations regarding digital assets and blockchain technology.

Sponsor

DAdrian Boafo

Last action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 548

May 12, 2026

Topics

Blockchain & DLTGovernment Use & Oversight

Co-sponsors (3)

DMarlon Amprey,DKym Taylor,DJoe Vogel

Legislative history

May 12, 2026H

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 548

Apr 7, 2026H

Returned Passed

Apr 6, 2026S

Third Reading Passed (46-0)

Mar 31, 2026S

Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

Mar 30, 2026S

Favorable Report by Finance

Mar 23, 2026H

Third Reading Passed (131-7)

Mar 23, 2026S

Referred Finance

Mar 21, 2026H

Favorable with Amendments {743427/1 Adopted

Mar 21, 2026H

Second Reading Passed with Amendments

Mar 20, 2026H

Favorable with Amendments Report by Economic Matters

Jan 28, 2026H

Hearing 2/17 at 1:00 p.m.

Jan 23, 2026H

First Reading Economic Matters