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SB 451 — Maryland

Eminent Domain - Just Compensation - Fees and Costs

Establishing that damages to be awarded for the taking of land in a condemnation proceeding include, in addition to the fair market value of the land taken, any legal, expert, or other fees or costs of the action incurred by a defendant.

Latest action: Hearing 2/10 at 1:00 p.m. · Feb 4, 2026

In committeeAttorneys' FeesCondemnationReal PropertySalaries and Compensation

Synopsis written by the legislature's own staff, as published on the official bill page. Status label is derived from the recorded actions. The full text below is the record.

Committees: Judicial Proceedings (Senate)

Updated Mar 17, 2026

Timeline

  1. First Reading Judicial Proceedings

    Feb 2, 2026 · Senate

  2. Hearing 2/10 at 1:00 p.m.

    Feb 4, 2026 · Senate

Sponsored by Justin Ready

No recorded floor votes yet.

Fiscal and Policy Note — official analysis by legislative staff (PDF) Bill text (First reading) — Maryland General Assembly (PDF) Official record — Maryland General Assembly bill page

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