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HB2309: Providing for the modernization of notarization and the county register of deeds process with respect to real estate documents for the purpose of mitigation of real estate document-related fraud, requiring the development, implementation and administration of a two-tiered authentication system for notarization of real estate documents, requiring use of a 3D biometric antifraud system by all notaries public by December 31, 2026, and allowing any register of deeds to delay filing of real estate documents in the event of suspected fraud for purpose of investigating of the validity of such document.

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill aims to reduce real estate document fraud by modernizing the notarization and county register of deeds process. It requires a two-tiered authentication system for notarized documents and uses a 3D biometric antifraud system by all notaries public.

Who This Affects

Homebuyers, sellers, and property owners in Kansas will be affected as this bill aims to increase the security and validity of real estate transactions.

Key Provisions

• Requires development of a two-tiered authentication system for notarized documents

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Timeline

Introduced

Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Last Action

House Referred to Committee on Judiciary

Feb 4, 2025

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